Declofenac – Non-Steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

✔️ Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Ahmad Baker, PharmD

Pharmaceutical forms and Composition

  • Declofenac 25mg. tablets: each enteric tablet contains 25mg. declofenac sodium.
  • Declofenac 50mg. tablets: each enteric coated tablet contains 50mg. declofenac sodium.
  • Declofenac 100mg S.R tablets each enteric coated tablet contains 100mg. S.R. declofenac sodium.
  •  Declofenac 25mg./1ml. ampoules: each Ampoule contains 25mg. declofenac sodium / 1ml.
  • Declofenac 1% gel: each 100 ml. gel contains 1% declofenac sodium.

Indications

  • Musculo-skeletal and joint disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and polyarticular diseases associated with inflammatory processes.
  • Soft tissue disorders: sprains and low back pain.
  • Renal colic, biliary colic, acute gout and dysmenorrhoea.
  •  Fever.
  • Post-operative and Post-traumatic inflammation.

Contra-indications

  • Gastric and duodenal ulcers.
  • Hypersensitivity to the drug.

Dosage

  • Declofenac 25mg. Tablets : 1 – 2 tablets 3 times daily after meals.
  • Declofenac 50mg. Tablets: one tablet 3 times daily after meals.
  • Declofenac 100mg. S.R Tablets: one tablet once daily after meals.
  • Declofenac 25mg/ml. Ampoules: one ampule 3 ml. I.M twice daily.
  • Declofenac 1% gel: topically on the affected area 3-4 times daily.

Package

  • Declofenac 25 mg. Enteric coated tablets: Pack of 30 tablets in 3 strips, each of 10 tablets. Pack of 1000 tablets in 100 strips, each of 10 tablets.
  • Declofenac 50 mg. Enteric coated tablets: Pack of 20 tablets in 2 strips, each of 10 tablets. Pack of 1000 tablets in 100 strips, each of 10 tablets.
  • Declofenac 100mg S.R Enteric coated tablets: Pack of 10 tablets in one strip. Pack of 1000 tablets in 100 strips, each of 10 tablets.
  • Declofenac Ampoules: Pack of 3 ampoules, each of 3 ml. (25mg/ml). Pack of 25 ampoules, each of 3 ml ( 25mg/ml).
  • Declofenac 1% Gel: Pack of 20 gm (1% gel) packed in gel- tube.

Storage

  • Store at temperature not exceeding 30°C.
  • Keep in dry place, protect from light.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Medicament is a product which affects your health, and its consumption contrary to instructions is dangerous for you.
  • Follow strictly the doctor’s prescription, the method of use and the instructions of the pharmacist who sales the medicament.
  • The doctor and the pharmacist are experts in medicine. It’s benefits and risks.
  • Do not by yourself interrupt the period of treatment prescribed for you.
  • Do not repeat the same prescription without consulting your doctor.
  • Keep medicament out of children reach.

Council of Arab Health Ministers and Union of Arab Pharmacists

Produced by: El Nasr Pharmaceutical Chemicals Co. “ADWIC” Abu-Zaabal – A.R.E.. ATC Code: M02AA15

Dr. Ahmad Baker

Dr. Ahmad Baker, PharmD

Senior Pharmacist & Health Educator

With over 23 years of clinical experience in hospital and community pharmacy across Egypt and Saudi Arabia, Dr. Ahmad specializes in reproductive health and pharmaceutical safety. He is dedicated to providing evidence-based guidance to empower patients in the MENA region.

Medical Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes and reflects the latest pharmaceutical protocols. It is not a substitute for personal medical advice. Always consult Dr. Ahmad Baker or your healthcare provider before starting any treatment.