Indication:
a)Arthritic conditions: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis, Acute gout.
b) Acute musculoskeletal disorders such as periarthritis (e.g., frozen shoulder), tendinitis, tenosynovitis, bursitis,
c) Other painful conditions resulting from trauma, including fracture, row back pain, sprains, strains, dislocations, orthopaedic, dental and other minor surgery.
Dosage & Administration:
Adults
One ampoule once (or in severe cases, twice) daily by intramuscular injection.
The recommended maximum daily dose of diclofenac is 150 mg, by any route.
The recommended maximum daily dose of lidocaine is 200 mg.
Children
In juvenile chronic artritis, 1-3 mg of diclofenac / kg body weight daily in divided doses.
Elderly patients
In elderly or debilitated patients, the lowest effective dosage is recommended, commensurate with age and physical status.
Preparation: