DICLOFENAC SODIUM Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

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If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • itching
  • dry skin
  • skin inflammation due to a topically applied medication
  • a skin rash

    • INFREQUENT side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • trouble breathing

    • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • indigestion
  • skin inflammation
  • contact dermatitis, a type of skin rash that occurs from contact with an offending substance
  • a skin ulcer
  • drowsiness
  • taste impairment
  • a skin rash
  • visible water retention
  • headache
  • nausea
  • bruising
  • a reaction at the site of administration
  • a feeling of pins and needles on skin
  • a stinging sensation on the skin
  • pink eye
  • high blood pressure
  • abnormal peeling of skin
  • itching
  • muscle pain
  • flu-like symptoms
  • pain
  • diarrhea
  • hyperesthesia, an increased nerve sensitivity

    • RARE side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • water retention
  • anemia
  • a decrease in platelet clotting
  • a heart attack
  • heart failure
  • a stroke
  • asthma
  • a stomach ulcer
  • stomach or intestinal ulcer
  • inflammation of the lining of the stomach and intestines
  • blood coming from anus
  • liver tissue death
  • liver failure
  • inflammation of the liver called hepatitis
  • bleeding of the stomach or intestines
  • renal papillary necrosis
  • a skin disorder with blistering and peeling skin called toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • a skin disorder with blistering and peeling skin called Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • skin rash with sloughing
  • swelling of the tongue
  • abnormal liver function tests
  • a significant type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis
  • a rupture in the wall of the stomach or intestine
  • a yellowing of the eyes or skin from buildup of bilirubin called jaundice
  • a type of significant allergic skin reaction called DRESS syndrome
  • hives
  • a type of bumpy skin rash called a maculopapular rash

    • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • hyperactive behavior
  • a change in vision
  • high blood pressure
  • inflammation of the tissue lining the sinuses
  • dry mouth
  • a type of stomach irritation called gastritis
  • urinary tract infection
  • a type of skin condition with redness and itching called eczema
  • muscle pain
  • leg cramps
  • dizziness
  • numbness
  • local fluid collection
  • bad breath
  • heart throbbing or pounding
  • increased sensitivity of the skin to the sun
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