Diclofenac Potassium

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Jul 01, 2024

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Zipsor (liquid-filled capsule), Cambia (powder for oral solution), Cataflam (immediate-release tablet, brand name discontinued, generic available)

Availability:

Prescription only

Therapeutic Class:

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

Forms:

Liquid-filled capsule, immediate-release tablet, powder for oral solution

Administration:

Oral administration (by mouth)

Therapeutic Uses:

  • Acute treatment of mild to moderate musculoskeletal pain
  • Pain and other symptoms related to osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
  • Menstrual pain
  • Migraine headaches

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Diclofenac Potassium Drug Class

Diclofenac potassium (dye-kloe-fen-ak poh-tah-see-um) belongs to a group of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Diclofenac Potassium Age Range

Diclofenac potassium is approved for use in adults. The liquid-filled capsule (brand name Zipsor) is approved for adults and children 12 years of age and older.