Cataflam is a prescription medication that is licensed to treat painful menstrual periods and symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, as well as relieve pain from straining a muscle or inflammation in a tendon, among other causes. Cataflam comes in a tablet form and is available in one strength: 50 mg. A few of the conditions you should let your healthcare provider know about before taking Cataflam include asthma, congestive heart failure, and stomach ulcers or stomach bleeding (or a history of either condition).
Cataflam® (diclofenac potassium) is part of a class of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). The prescription medicine is used to reduce pain, inflammation, swelling, and/or stiffness caused by several conditions.
Who Makes Cataflam?
Cataflam is manufactured by Novartis Pharmaceuticals.
What Is Cataflam Used For?
Cataflam has been licensed for the following uses:
Pain relief. Cataflam relieves pain caused by straining a muscle or inflammation in a tendon (tendonitis) or bursa (bursitis), as well as pain following a medical procedure.