Diclofen

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 Diclofenac? Diclofen is a common misspelling of diclofenac.
 
Diclofenac is a prescription drug approved for various uses, including the treatment of migraines, arthritis, and pain. The specific uses of this medication will vary, depending on the particular product (it comes in the form of oral tablets and capsules, eye drops, and skin products). As a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), it works by blocking a specific enzyme known as cyclooxygenase, which blocks the production of various inflammatory substances in the body; this action helps to treat pain and inflammation.
 
(Click Diclofenac to learn more about the various uses, dosing guidelines, and potential side effects of this medication. You can also click on the various links in the box to the right to access specific topics on diclofenac.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD