Diclopr overview
BRAND NAMES:
AMPlify Relief MM, Arthritis Hot Pain Relief, Bengay Greaseless, Calypxo, Calypxo HP, Capasil, CareALL Muscle Rub, Castiva Cooling, Cool Heat, DicloPR, Golden Sunshine Herbal, Good Neighbor Cold & Hot Therapy Pain Relief, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Cool Heat Therapy, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Muscle Rub, Golden Sunshine Natural Herbal Pain Terminator
Generic Names:
Diclopr
Uses:
Treats pain. This medicine is a topical analgesic.
Therapeutic Classes:
Analgesic Combination, Analgesic Combination, Salicylate, Salicylate, Non-Aspirin Combination
Forms:
Cream, Gel/Jelly, Lotion, Ointment
How it’s taken:
On the skin
What is Diclopr used for?
What form(s) does Diclopr come in
Cream
Gel/Jelly
Lotion
Ointment
What are common Diclopr doses?
Box 418GM of 1 & 10-30%
How to take Diclopr
Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to apply and how often. Do not use more medicine or apply it more often than your doctor tells you to.
If you are using this medicine without a prescription, follow the instructions on the medicine label.
Topical application routeUse this medicine only on your skin. Rinse it off right away if it gets on a cut or scrape. Do not get the medicine in your eyes, nose, or mouth. Do not swallow the medicine.
Topical application routeWash your hands with soap and water before and after you use this medicine.
Topical application routeApply a thin layer of the medicine to the affected area. Rub it in gently.
Do not use this medicine more than 4 times each day.
Topical application routeDo not cover the treated area with a bandage unless directed by your doctor. Do not cover the skin with a heating pad.
Do not use this medicine right after you take a shower or bath.
What to do if you miss a dose of Diclopr
Topical application routeApply a dose as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then and apply a regular dose. Do not apply extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
Diclopr contraindications
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to menthol, methyl salicylate, or wintergreen.
Diclopr warnings
Call your doctor if the pain gets worse, lasts longer than 7 days, or gets better and then comes back.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to aspirin or another salicylate medicine.
Do not use this medicine on a child younger than 12 years of age unless a doctor tells you to.
Stop using this medicine if your skin becomes red or irritated.
Diclopr interactions
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to aspirin or another salicylate medicine.
Do not use this medicine on a child younger than 12 years of age unless a doctor tells you to.
Stop using this medicine if your skin becomes red or irritated.
Call your doctor if the pain gets worse, lasts longer than 7 days, or gets better and then comes back.
Diclopr side effects
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Less Serious Side Effects
Red, itchy, sore, or painful skin.
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