Dikloron is effective as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent for the local treatment
Active substance:Each 1 g of gel contains 50 mg of diclofenac sodium.
Excipients:Propylene glycol, ethanol (96%), hydroxyethylcellulose, methyl paraben, and purified water.
Dikloron is a gel formulation containing diclofenac sodium as the active substance. It belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for topical use.
Dikloron is effective as an analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent for the local treatment of the following conditions:
• Local rheumatic diseases such as joint calcification and inflammation,
• Pain, inflammation, and swelling caused by sprains, bruises, or sports injuries,
• Disorders of the musculoskeletal system characterized by pain, inflammation, and muscle stiffness.
Do not use Dikloron if:
• You are allergic to diclofenac or any of the ingredients of Dikloron.
• You experience wheezing or shortness of breath (asthma attack), skin rash with fluid-filled blisters or urticaria, or runny nose when taking acetylsalicylic acid (a pain reliever) or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen.
• You are pregnant (especially during the last 3 months of pregnancy).
• Do not apply Dikloron to open wounds or to damaged, rash-covered, or eczematous skin.
• Do not apply to the breast area in breastfeeding mothers.
• Do not use in children and adolescents under 14 years of age.
• To minimize photosensitivity-related effects, avoid excessive exposure to sunlight.
• If a skin rash occurs, discontinue treatment with Dikloron.
• Dikloron may be used with non-occlusive dressings; however, it must not be used with airtight, occlusive dressings.
• Use with caution when applied to large areas of skin and for prolonged periods.
• If you are elderly.
• If you have asthma or allergic diseases, or have had these conditions in the past.
• If you have a stomach, intestinal, or esophageal ulcer (peptic ulcer), liver or kidney failure, a tendency to bleeding, or inflammatory bowel disease, use Dikloron with extreme caution.
• Dikloron gel is intended for external use only. Do not use orally. Do not swallow.
• Be careful to avoid contact of Dikloron gel with the eyes. If the gel comes into contact with the eyes, rinse thoroughly with clean water. Consult a doctor or pharmacist if discomfort persists.
• Apply Dikloron only to intact and healthy skin (do not apply to open wounds).
• Caution is required if Dikloron is used together with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (e.g. ibuprofen, ketoprofen, naproxen), as this may increase the risk of side effects.
Please consult a doctor even if these warnings applied to you in the past.
Due to its route of administration, it does not interact with food or drink.
Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.
Do not use Dikloron, especially during the last 3 months of pregnancy. Do not use it during other stages of pregnancy unless absolutely necessary.
If you become pregnant during treatment, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Do not use Dikloron during breastfeeding unless absolutely necessary. If your doctor considers its use necessary, do not apply to large areas of skin, do not use for prolonged periods, and do not apply to the breast.
Dikloron has no effect on the ability to drive or use machines.
Dikloron may cause skin irritation because it contains propylene glycol.
Dikloron contains methyl paraben, which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription.
Adults and adolescents aged 14 years and over:
Apply Dikloron 3–4 times a day, gently rubbing it into the affected area of the skin. The amount required depends on the size of the painful area. For example, 0.4–0.8 g of Dikloron is sufficient to treat an area of approximately 400–800 cm² (on average one or two applications).
Do not use Dikloron for more than 2 weeks for muscle and joint pain (e.g. sprains, dislocations, bruises) or tendon inflammation, or for more than 3 weeks for arthritis-related pain, unless advised otherwise by a doctor.
By the end of day 3, if pain and swelling have not improved or have worsened, consult a doctor. After day 7, consult a doctor to determine whether you should continue use.
Method and route of administration:
Apply the gel to the inflamed or swollen area of the skin and gently rub in. A mild cooling effect may be felt during application. Wash your hands after use (unless treating the hands).
Use in children:Use of Dikloron is not recommended in children and adolescents under 14 years of age.
Use in the elderly:Elderly patients may use the adult dose.
If you have kidney or liver insufficiency, consult your doctor before using Dikloron.
If you think the effect of Dikloron is too strong or too weak, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
If you use more Dikloron than you should:Consult your doctor or pharmacist.
If you forget to use Dikloron:Use it as soon as you remember and apply the next dose at the usual time.
Do not use a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
Stop using Dikloron and immediately inform your doctor or go to the nearest hospital emergency department if any of the following side effects occur:
Very rare
• Swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
• Skin rash with blisters, urticaria
• Wheezing, shortness of breath, or a feeling of tightness in the chest (asthma)
• Skin disorders (inflammation, eczema)
• Rash
Mild side effects include:
• Sensitivity to light
• Itching
• Redness
Keep Dikloron out of the sight and reach of children, in its original packaging.
Store at room temperature below 25°C.
Use according to the expiry date.
Do not use Dikloron after the expiry date stated on the package.
Do not use Dikloron if you notice any defect in the product and/or its packaging.
Do not dispose of medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
Marketing authorization holder:
LLC Deva Holding, Küçükçekmece – Istanbul / Türkiye
Tel: 0 212 692 92 92
Fax: 0 212 697 00 24
Manufacturing site:
LLC Deva Holding, Kapaklı – Tekirdağ / Türkiye
