Dfo AQ 75mg Injection
Manufacturer
Ozone Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Diclofenac (75mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Dfo AQ 75mg 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.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Dfo AQ 75mg 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.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Nausea Limb discomfort Injection site reactions
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Dfo AQ 75mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Dfo AQ 75mg 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 Warning
Dfo AQ 75mg 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.
Interacting Medicines
Nimesulide Oxyphenbutazone Metamizole
How it works
Dfo AQ 75mg 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).
Quick Tips
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 Dfo AQ 75mg 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.
Frequently asked questions
How should Dfo AQ 75mg Injection be administered?
Dfo AQ 75mg Injection should only be administered by a healthcare professional. It can be given intramuscularly, preferably in the buttock, subcutaneously, or directly into a vein as a bolus and not as an infusion. The dose must not exceed the prescribed quantity, and injections should not be administered for more than two days.
What is the most important information I need to know about Dfo AQ 75mg Injection?
Dfo AQ 75mg Injection can increase your risk of heart attack or stroke. The risk is higher with higher doses and longer use. It may also cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in your stomach and intestine. These problems may occur without warning symptoms at any time during treatment, and they could be life-threatening. If you experience these problems, consult your doctor immediately.
Is Dfo AQ 75mg Injection a good painkiller?
Dfo AQ 75mg Injection effectively relieves pain and inflammation. It is used for various injuries like sprains, strains, and other types of arthritis, gout, and post-surgical pain and inflammation.
Can Dfo AQ 75mg Injection hurt your kidneys?
Long-term use or high doses of Dfo AQ 75mg Injection may cause kidney problems such as protein or blood in urine, and painful urination. People at higher risk include those who are dehydrated, have heart failure, impaired kidney function, hypertension, elderly, those on diuretics (medicines that increase urination), or medicines significantly affecting kidney function. Therefore, regular kidney function monitoring is recommended for these patients.
Does Dfo AQ 75mg Injection make you drowsy?
Dfo AQ 75mg Injection can cause drowsiness and dizziness, fatigue (tiredness), and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Can Dfo AQ 75mg Injection be taken during pregnancy?
You should not take Dfo AQ 75mg Injection in the last three months of pregnancy because it may cause harm to your baby. The use of Dfo AQ 75mg Injection can also lead to premature delivery. Therefore, avoiding use during the first six months of pregnancy is advised. In some cases, only if the benefits outweigh the risks, your doctor might prescribe Dfo AQ 75mg Injection in pregnant women. Consult your doctor if you have any doubts.
Does Dfo AQ 75mg Injection get you high?
No, Dfo AQ 75mg Injection does not cause euphoria or a feeling of being high. It doesn't have an abuse potential and does not cause physical or psychological dependence.
Is Dfo AQ 75mg Injection a narcotic?
No, Dfo AQ 75mg Injection is not a narcotic. It belongs to the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) group of medicines.
