Is Diclofenac blood thinning? | Diclofenac

Is Diclofenac blood thinning?

Diclofenac inhibits an enzyme in the body called cyclooxygenase. This enzyme is involved in the formation of various substances. These include prostaglandins, which play an important role in the transmission of pain and inflammation.

But also thromboxanes, which are important for the attachment of blood platelets to each other. This process is part of blood clotting and, in the case of injuries, leads to the stopping of bleeding. Since diclofenac prevents the cyclooxygenase from working properly, the attachment of the platelets to each other is temporarily inhibited.

Colloquially, this is known as thinning of the blood. However, this is much weaker than when taking aspirin. The diclofenac gel has a cooling and pain-relieving effect.

The gel is quickly absorbed into the skin and also inhibits the inflammatory processes there.Diclofenac is very effective in relieving pain by inhibiting the messenger substances that transmit pain. Due to its cooling and anti-inflammatory effects, Diclofenac is also frequently used in rheumatism or arthritis. The effect of the drug can be supported by applying a supporting bandage.

The application of the gel is purely external and symptomatic. If the pain of the injury continues for several days and does not improve, the patient should consult a doctor. Since the gel is applied to the skin, if the patient is intolerant, the skin may react.

In case of an allergic reaction, rash and itching may occur. Furthermore, the skin may burn and become red and smaller pimples may form, which may also itch. In this context the skin can also flake. The gel should then be washed off and not used any more.

Side effects

Allergic reactions and allergy: Gastrointestinal tract: damage to liver and kidney:

  • Skin rash (redness, itching)
  • Blood pressure drop
  • Shock
  • All NSAR ́s must never be taken on an empty stomach. If the patient’s medical history includes a stomach or intestinal ulcer, the doctor should carefully weigh up the dosage. In addition, a stomach protection preparation should be prescribed (e.g. omeprazole, pantoprazole).

    Since Diclofenac leads to an inhibition of the protective stomach lining, it must always be assumed that the damaging stomach acid comes into direct contact with parts of the stomach wall and that damage to the stomach wall will occur in the long term. In general, this results in a so-called gastric ulcer, which in turn can lead to pain and in extreme cases to gastric bleeding.

  • In particular in combination with Cortison the bleeding risk rises substantially
  • Diclofenac voltars often cause gastritis. The inflammation of the gastric mucosa is caused by the direct absorption of the NSAID ́s via the stomach.

    However, absorption in the form of a suppository can also trigger gastritis via the bloodstream. However, the risk is lower in this case.

  • Intestinal bleeding
  • Continued use of Diclofenac Volatars can lead to liver and kidney damage, in case of existing liver or kidney diseases the use of NSAIDs ́s must be carefully checked. In the case of continuous intake, the liver and kidney values should be checked at regular intervals.
  • Edema (water in the feet, arms and legs)