Dinafen Plaster (Diclofenac Sodium)

Adult dosage

Adults (15 years and older) apply one sheet once a day to the affected area.

This medication should not be used by individuals who have previously had allergic reactions to this medication or any of its ingredients. Additionally, individuals who have experienced asthma attacks triggered by aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or those allergic to such medications should not use this drug. Children under 15 years old should not use this drug as its safety has not been sufficiently confirmed. Women in the third trimester of pregnancy should avoid using this medication as it may pose risks to both the fetus and the mother. When using this medication, do not use other diclofenac preparations or NSAIDs together, as this may increase the risk of side effects due to overlapping doses. Individuals with bronchial asthma or those with inflammatory infections, chronic illnesses, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and the elderly should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication. Particularly in the third trimester of pregnancy, serious side effects such as delayed labor, bleeding, and fetal cardiopulmonary issues may occur, so usage should be avoided. Breastfeeding women should avoid this medication as it may be transmitted through breast milk and affect the baby. Elderly individuals may have an increased risk of cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and renal side effects while using this medication and should use it cautiously at the lowest effective dose. If severe rashes, redness, swelling, blisters, or itching occur during the use of this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. Additionally, rare allergic reactions or symptoms such as angioedema and asthma may occur, so caution is advised. This medication is for symptomatic relief, so effects and side effects should be reevaluated after use for more than 2 weeks. It should not be used on the eyes or mucous membranes, nor on skin areas with wounds or eczema. Using it with occlusive dressings may lead to excessive absorption and an increased risk of side effects. Using this medication with certain antibiotics (fluoroquinolones) may increase the risk of seizures, so if seizure symptoms occur, immediate appropriate treatment should be sought. Overdosage may result in serious side effects such as hypotension, renal failure, seizures, gastrointestinal discomfort, and respiratory depression, so caution is needed. This medication may cause renal function deterioration when used with certain diuretics, so renal status should be closely monitored. Furthermore, it may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations, and caution is needed when used with medications that affect blood coagulation, as the risk of bleeding may increase. Store this medication out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, in a cool and dry place. Transferring medications from their original container to another one may pose a risk of misuse or decrease in quality, so they should be stored in their original containers and sealed.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (angioedema), asthma attacks, difficulty breathing, edema, severe skin reactions (exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis), severe rashes and blisters with high fever, skin peeling, pain in oral or eye mucous membranes, increased blood pressure, renal issues (renal failure), seizures, severe allergic reactions, significant swelling or urination issues, severe edema, angioedema, respiratory problems, severe asthma.

Mild side effects

• Skin peeling
• eczema
• dry skin
• occasional dermatitis
• itching
• redness
• roughness
• irritation
• rare blister formation
• pigmentation

Drug interactions

Do not apply or take other diclofenac preparations or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) with this medication. Consult a doctor or pharmacist if using with fluoroquinolone antibiotics, loop diuretics, thiazide diuretics, medications that interfere with hemostasis, antiplatelet agents, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors.

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in an opaque, tightly sealed container that does not allow light in. It is advisable to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A transdermal patch that applies a colorless to transparent or pale yellow adhesive substance on a support and covers it with a solid dressing.

Package unit

10 sheets/pack, 30 sheets/pack [6 sheets × 5 packs], 40 sheets/pack [10 sheets × 4 packs]