Brand name: Diclofenac Sodium Anti-Inflammatory Pain Relief (Chemists' Own)
Diclofenac Sodium Anti-Inflammatory Pain Relief (Chemists' Own) is a medicine containing the active ingredient(s) diclofenac. On this page you will find out more about Diclofenac Sodium Anti-Inflammatory Pain Relief (Chemists' Own), including side effects, age restrictions, food interactions and whether the medicine is subsidised by the government on the pharmaceutical benefits scheme (PBS)
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Active ingredient in this medicine: diclofenac
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Information for medicine and pack size:
Diclofenac Sodium Anti-Inflammatory Pain Relief (Chemists' Own) 1% gel, 50 g
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What this medicine is for
Short term (up to two weeks) local symptomatic treatment of the following muscoskeletal inflammatory conditions: a) Acute soft tissue injuries, including sprains, tendinitis and sports injury; b) Localised forms of soft tissue rheumatism, eg tendinitis and bursitis.
Table of characteristics
| Active ingredient | |
|---|---|
| Visual appearance | SLIGHTLY YELLOW GEL. |
| Dosage Form | Gel |
| Route of administration | Topical |
| Medicine schedule |
50g, 100g: Not scheduled. Not considered by committee
|
There is one type of pack available.
Pack type 1
| Type | Tube |
|---|---|
| Storage temperature | Store below 25 degrees Celsius |
| Storage conditions | No information available |
| Life time | 2 Years |
We were unable to verify that this medicine is available on the PBS (Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme). Please consult your pharmacist if you need further information
The PBS provides a list of government subsidised medicines available to be dispensed to patients. Further information can be found on the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme website.
Is this medication banned in sport?
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