Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Diclofenac Sodium as follows:
- Diclofenac Sodium must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of exacerbation of SOB with episodes of asthma and growth of nasal polyps with other NSAIDs. Diclofenac Sodium, in some individuals, is known to evoke similar response. Discuss with your physician about any such history and your safety with Diclofenac Sodium. Report any exacerbation of shortness of breath to your physician immediately.
- If you miss a dose, try taking it at the earliest notice of noncompliance. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the dose scheduled. Do not take an extra dose to try making up for the missed dose. Notify your doctor and other health care personnel regarding your dose noncompliance.
- Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered. As Diclofenac Sodium is metabolized by the liver and carries the risk for damage to the liver, hepatic function could be periodically monitored, to prevent risk for toxicity. Watch closely to report any symptoms of itching, jaundice with yellowing of skin and sclera, dark urine, altered metabolism with nausea and vomiting, pain in the right upper abdominal quadrant, and fatigue suggesting damage to the liver.
- Do not abuse Diclofenac Sodium by continuing to take the medication, even after the pain resolved. Diclofenac Sodium carries significant risk for compromising renal function leading to renal failure.
- Discuss with your doctor regarding any previous allergic responses you experienced with other NSAIDs, such as, Ibuprofen and Naproxen.
