Diclonac 50

Tablet · Lupin
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Diclonac 50 is a tablet made by Lupin that contains Diclofenac 50 mg. Diclofenac is a anti-inflammatory painkiller (nsaid): relieves pain and swelling from arthritis, sprains, back pain and dental pain.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Diclofenac50 mg

What it is used for

Relieves pain and swelling from arthritis, sprains, back pain and dental pain.

How it works

An NSAID that blocks prostaglandin production. It is a strong, fast painkiller for inflammation-driven pain.

How to take it

Typical adult doses are 50 mg two or three times a day, or one 75 to 100 mg slow-release tablet daily, after food. Swallow slow-release tablets whole. Injections are given by a health professional.

Common side effects

  • Indigestion
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

Get medical help straight away if

  • Black or bloody stools
  • Chest pain, breathlessness or weakness on one side (heart attack or stroke signs)
  • Yellow skin
  • Much less urine
  • Severe skin reaction

Be careful

Take after food. Can cause stomach bleeding and raise heart and kidney risk with long use.

Other medicines and interactions

Avoid with other NSAIDs and with blood thinners unless a doctor agrees. Can reduce the effect of blood pressure medicines and raise potassium and kidney risk with ACE inhibitors, ARBs and spironolactone. Raises lithium and methotrexate levels.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Avoid in the last three months of pregnancy and use earlier only on medical advice. Only small amounts pass into breast milk; short courses may be acceptable if a doctor agrees.

Same composition, other brands (8)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.

Same ingredients, different strength or form

Common questions

What is Diclonac 50?

Diclonac 50 is a tablet by Lupin containing Diclofenac 50 mg.

What is Diclonac 50 used for?

Relieves pain and swelling from arthritis, sprains, back pain and dental pain.

How should I take Diclonac 50?

Typical adult doses are 50 mg two or three times a day, or one 75 to 100 mg slow-release tablet daily, after food. Swallow slow-release tablets whole. Injections are given by a health professional. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Diclonac 50?

Common side effects include: Indigestion, stomach pain, nausea, diarrhoea, headache, dizziness. Get medical help straight away for: Black or bloody stools, chest pain, breathlessness or weakness on one side (heart attack or stroke signs), yellow skin, much less urine, severe skin reaction.

Does Diclonac 50 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Diclonac 50 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Avoid in the last three months of pregnancy and use earlier only on medical advice. Only small amounts pass into breast milk; short courses may be acceptable if a doctor agrees.

What are the substitutes for Diclonac 50?

Brands with the same composition: Voveran 50, Dynapar 50, Fenak 50, Reactin 50, Jonac, Voltaflam 50, Divon 50, Inac-50. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.