Diclotazen effervescent sachets are an effective and fast-acting medication used to relieve pain and inflammation in various acute and chronic conditions. This medication comes in the form of effervescent granules packaged in sachets, each containing the active ingredient diclofenac potassium at a concentration of 50 mg. Diclofenac potassium is the potassium salt of diclofenac, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) known for its effectiveness in relieving pain, reducing inflammation, and lowering fever. The effervescent formulation allows the medication to be dissolved in water before administration, making it easier to take, especially for those who have difficulty swallowing tablets. It also helps it be absorbed more quickly in the digestive tract, thus beginning to work more quickly. Diclotazen effervescent sachets are a suitable option for conditions requiring fast and effective relief from pain and inflammation.
The active ingredient in Diclotazen effervescent sachets
The therapeutic efficacy of Diclotazen effervescent sachets is primarily based on the following active ingredient:
Diclofenac potassium: 50 mg per effervescent sachet. This concentration provides a moderate therapeutic dose of diclofenac, suitable for relieving mild to moderate pain and associated inflammation. Being the potassium salt of diclofenac contributes to its rapid dissolution and absorption.
Mechanism of Action of Diclotazen effervescent sachets
Diclofenac potassium, like other NSAIDs, works by affecting enzymes responsible for producing substances in the body that play a key role in inflammation and pain. Its main mechanism of action is:
Inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes: Diclofenac potassium inhibits two key enzymes: cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2). These enzymes are responsible for converting arachidonic acid into prostaglandins.
Reducing prostaglandin production: Prostaglandins are a group of chemicals produced by the body's cells in response to injury or inflammation. They play an important role in causing pain, fever, and swelling. By reducing the production of prostaglandins, diclofenac potassium helps relieve these symptoms.
Faster effect: Diclofenac potassium is more rapidly absorbed than diclofenac sodium, resulting in a faster onset of therapeutic blood levels and a faster onset of pain-relieving and inflammation-reducing effects.
Indications for use of Diclotazen effervescent sachets
Diclotazen effervescent sachets are used to relieve pain and inflammation in a variety of conditions that require rapid action, including:
Acute pain: such as toothaches resulting from tooth decay, tooth extractions, or gingivitis, and pain following minor surgical procedures.
Menstrual pain: To relieve cramps and pain associated with menstruation.
Joint pain and inflammation: In some cases of minor arthritis or during a short-term exacerbation of rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis.
Back pain and muscle pain: Resulting from overexertion, minor injury, or strain.
Pain resulting from strains and sprains: In muscles and ligaments.
This medication should only be used as directed by a physician.