Diclofenac sodium overdoseDefinition: This�overdose is poisoning from taking an excessive amount of�diclofenac sodium, an nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Alternative Names: Voltaren overdose
Poisonous Ingredient: Diclofenac
Where Found: Diclofenac sodium is a prescription medication. Brands include: - Voltaren
- Arthrotec
- Solaraze
NOTE: This list may not be all inclusive
Home Treatment: Seek immediate medical help. DO NOT make a person throw up unless you are told to do so by�a doctor�or poison control.
Before Calling Emergency: Determine the following information: - Patient's age, weight, and condition
- Name of the product (ingredients and strengths, if known)
- Time it was swallowed
- Amount swallowed
- If�the medication was prescribed for the patient
Poison Control, or a local emergency number: The National Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) can be called from anywhere in the United States. This national hotline number will let you talk to experts in poisoning. They will give you further instructions. This is a free and confidential service. All local poison control centers in the U.S. use this national number. You should call if you have any questions about poisoning or poison prevention. It does NOT need to be an emergency. You can call for any reason, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Take the container with you to the hospital, if possible. See Poison Control center.
What to expect at the emergency room: The health care provider will measure and monitor the patient's vital signs, including temperature, pulse, breathing rate, and blood pressure. The patient may receive: - Medicines to treat symptoms
- Medicines to make the person throw up
- Activated charcoal
- Laxative
- Diuretic
- A nasogastric (NG) tube thru the nose into the stomach to empty the stomach (gastric lavage)���
Expectations (prognosis): Recovery is very likely.
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