Olfen 140 mg 5 patches - Diclofenac Sodium.

Diclofenac sodium is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

It can be used to treat:

• Inflammation of the bones and joints such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, acute gout, and ankylosing spondylitis.
• Back ache.
• Sprains, strains, sports injuries, dislocations and fractures.
• Conditions that affect the tendons, such as tendonitis.
• Slight pain.

Do not take diclofenac sodium:

• If you are allergic to the active ingredient or any other component of this medicine.
• If you are allergic to other NSAIDs including acetylsalicylic acid.
• If you have or have ever had a stomach or duodenal (peptic) ulcer, or bleeding in the digestive tract.
• If you have stomach or intestinal problems after taking other NSAIDs.
• If you suffer from severe liver or kidney failure.
• If you suffer from serious heart problems.
• If you have had a stroke, heart attack, or blood vessel problems.
• In the last three months of pregnancy.

Warnings and precautions:

Talk to your doctor about all your medical conditions before taking this medication including:

• If you suffer from any stomach or intestinal disorders including ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease.
• If you suffer from kidney or liver problems.
• If you have a condition called porphyria.
• If you suffer from any blood or bleeding disorder.
• If you suffer from high blood pressure (hypertension).
• If you suffer from angina, blood clots, or high blood cholesterol levels.
• If you suffer from heart problems.
• If you suffer from diabetes.
• If you smoke.
• If you have systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).

Possible side effects:

• Stop using this product and seek immediate medical help if you develop a rash; goosebumps; Itchy; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; zoom. Tightness in the chest or throat. difficulty breathing, swallowing, or speaking; Unusual hoarseness or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Serious side effects:

• Sudden chest pain and shortness of breath.
• Sudden weakness and numbness, loss of vision, difficulty speaking.
• Abdominal pain and very dark stools.
• Allergic reactions.
• If you experience any of these symptoms, contact your doctor or hospital immediately .

• Diclofenac sodium.