Dicvax-Aqua Injection
ampoule of 1.0 ml Injection.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Diclofenac (75mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Pharvax Biosciences |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Dicvax-Aqua Injection is a pain-relieving medicine used to treat pain, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and acute musculoskeletal injuries. Dicvax-Aqua Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self administer. Inform your doctor if you have any history of heart disease or stroke. Please consult your doctor in case any injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness are observed. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, limb discomfort, and injection site reactions. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
Dicvax-Aqua Injection is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
How should Dicvax-Aqua Injection injection be administered?
Dicvax-Aqua Injection injection must only be given by a healthcare professional. It can be administered intramuscularly, preferably in the buttock, subcutaneously, or directly into a vein (intravenously) as a bolus and not as an infusion. The dosage should not exceed the prescribed quantity, and administration should not occur for more than 2 days.
What is the most important information I need to know about Dicvax-Aqua Injection?
Important information includes that Dicvax-Aqua Injection may increase your risk of experiencing a heart attack or stroke. The risk is greater if you take higher doses and have used the medicine for a longer duration. Additionally, this medication may cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in your stomach and intestines. These problems can occur without warning symptoms at any time during treatment and might even lead to death. If you experience such issues, consult your doctor immediately.
Is Dicvax-Aqua Injection a good painkiller?
Dicvax-Aqua Injection effectively relieves pain and inflammation. It is used for various types of pain, including sprains, strains, and other injuries. It also helps manage different types of arthritis, gout, pain, and inflammation following surgery.
Can Dicvax-Aqua Injection hurt your kidneys?
Long-term use and high doses of Dicvax-Aqua Injection may cause renal problems such as protein or blood in the urine and painful urination. Patients at higher risk for kidney problems include those who are dehydrated, have heart failure, impaired kidney function, hypertension, elderly individuals, who are on medicines that cause excess urination (diuretics), or those whose kidney function is significantly impacted by medications. Therefore, regular kidney function monitoring is recommended for these patients.
Does Dicvax-Aqua Injection make you drowsy?
Dicvax-Aqua Injection can cause drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue (tiredness), and visual disturbances. However, it's not very common and may not affect everyone. If these symptoms occur, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Can Dicvax-Aqua Injection be taken during pregnancy?
Dicvax-Aqua Injection should not be taken in the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may have harmful effects on your baby. Its use can also lead to preterm labor (premature delivery). Therefore, it is advisable to avoid using Dicvax-Aqua Injection during the first six months of pregnancy too. In some cases, Dicvax-Aqua Injection may be prescribed during pregnancy only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved with its use in pregnant women. If unsure, consult your doctor regarding its use.
Does Dicvax-Aqua Injection get you high?
No, Dicvax-Aqua Injection does not produce a 'high'. It is not considered an abused drug and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. If you do not feel well, consult your doctor.
Is Dicvax-Aqua Injection a narcotic?
No, Dicvax-Aqua Injection is not a narcotic. It belongs to the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
- It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Dicvax-Aqua Injection as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
- Nausea
- Limb discomfort
- Injection site reactions
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Dicvax-Aqua Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Dicvax-Aqua Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Dicvax-Aqua Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.