Description
Cataflam®: Anti-inflammatory and Anti-rheumatic Non-Steroidal Medication
Description and Composition
Pharmaceutical Form: Drops/Sugar-coated tablets/Syrup
Active Substance: Diclofenac potassium, where the sodium ion of diclofenac sodium (found in Voltaren®) is replaced by a potassium ion. Each Cataflam tablet contains either 25 mg or 50 mg of diclofenac potassium. Availability of specific strengths may vary by country.
Excipients:
- Core: Magnesium stearate, povidone, silica colloidal anhydrous, sodium starch glycollate, maize starch, calcium phosphate.
- Sugar-coat: Microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol 8000, red iron oxide (E172), titanium dioxide (E171), povidone, talc, sucrose.
- Polish: Polyethylene glycol 8000, sucrose.
- Imprint: Brown for 25 mg and white for 50 mg tablets.
Formulations may differ across countries.
Indications
Cataflam® is indicated for short-term treatment in the following acute conditions:
- Post-traumatic pain, inflammation, and swelling (e.g., sprains).
- Post-operative pain, inflammation, and swelling (e.g., after dental or orthopedic surgery).
- Painful and/or inflammatory gynecological conditions (e.g., primary dysmenorrhea, adnexitis).
- Migraine attacks.
- Painful vertebral column syndromes.
- Non-articular rheumatism.
- As an adjunct in severe painful inflammatory infections of the ear, nose, or throat (e.g., pharyngotonsillitis, otitis). Note: Fever alone is not an indication.
For comprehensive pain and inflammation relief, Cataflam® is a reliable non-steroidal option.
Cataflam Oral Drops for Pediatric Use
Cataflam oral drops are especially suitable for pediatric use, allowing for individualized dosing based on the child’s body weight. Each drop contains 0.5 mg of diclofenac. Children aged 1 year and older, as well as adolescents, should receive a daily dose of 0.5 to 2 mg/kg body weight (1 to 4 drops), depending on the severity of the condition.
