Both Catafast and Cataflam are used to relieve pain and inflammation, and both contain the same active ingredient. However, they differ in their dosage form and absorption rate, resulting in differences in the speed of onset of action. Understanding these differences helps determine the most appropriate product for symptom relief.
Catafast Effervescent Sachets Ingredients
Catafast effervescent sachets contain the active ingredient diclofenac potassium. Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins, chemicals that contribute to pain, inflammation, and fever. Its effervescent form allows for faster absorption.
Cataflam Tablets Ingredients
Cataflam tablets also contain the active ingredient diclofenac potassium. However, the tablets are designed to release the drug evenly in the gastrointestinal tract, resulting in relatively slower absorption compared to the effervescent form.
Information about Catafast effervescent sachets
Drug class: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Drug classification: Acetic acid derivatives
Pharmaceutical form: Effervescent sachets
Pharmaceutical family: Musculoskeletal drugs, Non-opioid analgesics, Anti-inflammatory drugs
Active ingredient: Diclofenac potassium
Information about Cataflam tablets
Drug class: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
Drug class: Acetic acid derivatives
Pharmaceutical form: Coated tablets
Pharmaceutical family: Musculoskeletal drugs, Non-opioid analgesics, Anti-inflammatory drugs
Active ingredient: Diclofenac potassium