Docomo Injection
ampoule of 1.0 ml Injection.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Diclofenac (75mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Texas Pharmaceuticals |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Docomo 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. Docomo 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.
Docomo 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 Docomo Injection be administered?
Docomo Injection must only be administered by a healthcare professional. It can be given intramuscularly, preferably into the buttock, subcutaneously, or directly into a vein (intravenously) as a bolus and not as an infusion. The dose should not exceed the prescribed amount and injection should not be given for more than 2 days.
What is the most important information I need to know about Docomo Injection?
It is crucial to understand that Docomo Injection may increase your risk of heart attack or stroke. This risk is higher with higher doses and prolonged use. Additionally, taking Docomo Injection can lead to ulcers, bleeding, or holes in the stomach and intestines. These complications could happen without warning symptoms at any point during treatment and even lead to death. If you experience such problems, consult your doctor immediately.
Is Docomo Injection a good painkiller?
Docomo Injection is effective in alleviating pain and inflammation. It's used for various types of pain like sprains, strains, and other injuries. It also aids in managing different forms of arthritis, gout, and post-surgical inflammation and pain.
Can Docomo Injection hurt your kidneys?
Long-term use and high doses of Docomo Injection may cause kidney problems such as protein or blood in urine and painful urination. Patients who are at increased risk of developing kidney issues include those with dehydration, heart failure, impaired kidney function, hypertension, the elderly, individuals taking medicines that increase urination (diuretics), or medications significantly affecting kidney function. Therefore, regular monitoring of kidney function is recommended for such patients.
Does Docomo Injection make you drowsy?
Docomo Injection can cause drowsiness and dizziness, fatigue (tiredness), and visual disturbances. However, it's not very common and may not affect everyone. If experiencing these symptoms, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Can Docomo Injection be taken during pregnancy?
You should not take Docomo Injection in the last three months of pregnancy as it can have harmful effects on your baby. Use of Docomo Injection can also lead to preterm labor (premature delivery). Therefore, it's advised to avoid using Docomo Injection during the first six months of pregnancy too. In some cases, Docomo Injection may be prescribed to pregnant women only if the benefits outweigh the potential risks involved with its use in pregnant women. Always consult your doctor before taking any medication during pregnancy.
Does Docomo Injection get you high?
No, Docomo Injection does not cause a high. It is not a narcotic and has no abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior). Additionally, it doesn't cause physical or psychological dependence.
Is Docomo Injection a narcotic?
No, Docomo Injection is not a narcotic. It belongs to the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
- You have been prescribed Docomo Injection to relieve pain and inflammation.
- 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 Docomo 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.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Docomo Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Docomo 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
Docomo 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.