Dinafen Cataplasma (Diclofenac Sodium)

Adult dosage

Attach 1 sheet once a day to the affected area.

This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to specific ingredients or have a history of hypersensitivity. Asthma patients who have reacted to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should be cautious as using this medication may trigger an asthma attack. It is safer for children under 18, pregnant women after five months, and breastfeeding women to avoid using this medication. Patients with peptic ulcers should avoid this medication as it can worsen symptoms. When using this medication, do not apply other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or diclofenac preparations concurrently, and it may also be dangerous to use with other topical medications. This medication should not be used continuously for more than two weeks, and it should not be applied to damaged skin areas such as wounds, infected skin, or eczema. Care should be taken to avoid contact with the eyes or mucous membranes, and sealing bandage methods should not be used without a doctor's instruction. Patients with bronchial asthma or those undergoing other treatments should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication. Particularly in the third trimester of pregnancy, this medication should be avoided as it may be harmful to both the fetus and the mother, and it should only be used in minimal amounts during the first and second trimesters when absolutely necessary. Nursing women should avoid using this medication as it can be passed through breast milk. Older adults are at greater risk of abnormal reactions in the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, or renal systems when using this medication, so it should be used cautiously in lower amounts. If you are allergic to propylene glycol or sodium pyrosulfite contained in this medication, you should avoid using it, and asthmatic patients may have sensitivity to sodium sulfite, so caution is needed. If red spots, itching, swelling, vesicles, etc., develop on the skin while using this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. If severe allergic symptoms such as hives or difficulty breathing occur, seek medical attention immediately. This medication is for alleviating symptoms such as pain or swelling and is not a cure for the underlying condition, so it should be used only when symptoms are present. If used with certain diuretics, it may affect kidney function, so kidney status should be carefully monitored when taken together. There is a risk of serious side effects like gastrointestinal bleeding or ulcers, so a blood coagulation check should be performed when taken with drugs that pose a bleeding risk. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, stored in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight, and it is important not to transfer it to another container to maintain quality.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• asthma attack
• anaphylaxis
• angioedema
• skin peeling (skin shedding)
• vesicles
• abnormal skin reactions

Mild side effects

• Itching
• redness
• roughness
• irritation
• dry skin
• occasional dermatitis
• skin symptoms
• swelling
• red spots
• rash

Drug interactions

This medication should not be used concurrently with diclofenac preparations or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (anti-inflammatory agents). Consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is necessary when administered with fluoroquinolone antibiotics, loop diuretics, thiazide diuretics, drugs that interfere with hemostasis, antiplatelet agents, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors.

This medication should be kept in a sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture and is best stored at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the drug's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

This medicine is a sticky substance that is applied to a support, fixed with a non-woven adhesive tape, covered with a solid coating, and has a distinctive fragrance.

Package unit

5 sheets/pack