Muscle cramp/spasm

[SkattyBell]

Hello,

Wondering if anyone has any experience of dicloflex 75mgSR (diclofenac sodium)?

I have been prescribed this as I have had a nasty attack of cramping spasm across my upper back which had left me almost unable to move without shouting out in agony as well as frightening me and my kids who wanted to get a neighbour... I declined; a definite 'no,no'. as I was still in my nightdress! anyway it subsided enough to get to see a doc, but I am stil in discomfort, he seems to think I have probably been sleeping in an awkward position and have moved awkwardly somehow causing muscle in back to go into spasm.

I undersstand this medication is slow releasing, but how long before it will work? I am not getting much relief and I took my first tablet almost three hours ago. Do I just need to be patient before it kicks in?

Skatty

[Michelle]

Hi Skatty,

I used to take 75mg SR as I have arthritis in my neck and spine...which causes inflammation. I stopped taking them, as at one point I was taking too many tablets.

Sadly,I have no idea how long they will take to work their magic.

I do hope they will help you feel better soon.

Michelle

[SkattyBell]

Thanks,Michelle,

I think they are starting to work, back area has definitely relaxed a little, although I have still got odd spasm/jumping in legs, feet and arms; at least these are not painful and I am starting to feel quite relaxed and tired, perhaps I will get a good nights' rest for a change

O.X.O.

Skatty.

[titch]

Hi

 

I have had Diclofenic before for my muscle spasms, but unfortunately I had to stop them before they could get to work on that because I had a nasty reaction to them.

 

However, my father takes them for his muscle spasms and he says they are a god send and that they took a few days to start working.

 

Hope that is of some help.

 

Vicky x

[Marina]

For those who know it better by its trade name, it's aka Voltarol. It must be taken with food or milk as it can cause stomach problems otherwise (ie, ulcers). It can be a very useful drug for pain and inflammation, being primarily an anti-inflammatory, and it's commonly prescribed.

 

I personally find it of no use in MS type spasms, and found it of little or no use for my back spasms. The only thing I find which helps is something like a Valium as it has muscle-relaxing properties. Or Baclofen, which isn't a tranquiliser but which is meant specifically for spasms.

 

There is a newer form of diclofenac, but I've forgotten its name, which has far fewer side-effects and is less of a problem with stomach troubles. I was given it this summer for something (again, I forget what!) and actually found it quite helpful. I now wish I could remember what it's called... if I remember, I'll post it.