White Diclofenac Patch (Diclofenac Sodium)

Adult dosage

Adults (15 years and older) should apply 1 patch to the affected area once a day.

This medication must not be used by individuals who have had an allergic reaction to this drug or any of its components. Moreover, those who have had asthma symptoms triggered by aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should exercise caution, as severe asthma attacks may occur with this drug. Safety has not been established for children under 15 years old, so its use is not recommended. It should not be used during the last three months of pregnancy due to risks to the fetus and mother. When using this drug, it should not be combined with other anti-inflammatory pain relievers of the same class or other diclofenac formulations. Individuals with bronchial asthma or inflammation accompanied by an infection, as well as those with chronic diseases such as chronic arthritis, must consult with a doctor or pharmacist before use. Its safety is also uncertain during the early to mid stages of pregnancy, so it should be used for the minimum duration and dose necessary only if absolutely needed. Breastfeeding women should refrain from using this medication as it may pass into breast milk. Elderly patients are at higher risk for heart, gastrointestinal, and kidney issues with this medication, so it should be used carefully at the minimum effective dose. If serious skin reactions such as red spots, rash, itching, or blisters occur while using this drug, use should be discontinued immediately and a doctor should be consulted. Additionally, there is a rare chance of allergic reactions, angioedema, or worsening asthma, so caution is advised. While this drug helps alleviate pain and inflammation symptoms, it is not a treatment for the underlying cause; therefore, if symptoms persist, consultation with medical personnel is necessary. After two weeks of use, it is necessary to reevaluate the treatment effect and the occurrence of side effects. It should not be used on the eyes or mucous membranes, and should also be avoided on areas of the skin that are damaged or have eczema or rash. Use of occlusive dressings should be avoided, and when there is skin damage, temporary irritation or numbness may occur, so caution is warranted. There may be a risk of seizures when used with certain antibiotics, so immediate treatment is required if abnormal symptoms arise. In the case of overdose, serious side effects such as hypotension, kidney function decline, seizures, gastrointestinal disorders, and respiratory depression may occur, so caution is necessary. This medication may pose a risk of kidney function deterioration when used with some diuretics, so close monitoring should be undertaken. It may also cause serious gastrointestinal problems such as gastric bleeding, ulcers, and perforation; therefore, when used with drugs that have a high risk of bleeding, monitoring through blood tests is advised. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, stored away from direct sunlight, and kept in a cool, dry place. It should be stored in its original container, as transferring it to a different container may pose a risk of misuse or degradation of quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, sloughing of skin, pain of oral/ocular mucosa, severe adverse skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis), respiratory issues (asthma attacks, breathing abnormalities with cough and fever), liver abnormalities (symptoms of jaundice), severe neurological symptoms (seizures), severe swelling or urination abnormalities (angioedema, severe edema), hypotension.

Mild side effects

• Dry skin
• itching
• skin irritation
• skin rash
• skin redness
• skin roughness
• dermatitis
• eczema
• numbness
• gastrointestinal discomfort

This medication should be stored in a sealed container that can block light, and it is safe to store at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the drug's effectiveness and prevent degradation.

Appearance

A patch containing a colorless to pale yellow adhesive substance applied to a support, covered with a release liner on the solid surface.

Package unit

7 patches/package, 10 patches/package