Research Journal of Science and Technology
  • Year: 2025
  • Volume: 17
  • Issue: 1

A review article on effervescent tablet of diclofenac sodium

  • Author:
  • Abhishek B. Wakade1,*, Shital T. Waghmode1, Omkar A. Wagh1, Uniket M. Gosavi2
  • Total Page Count: 10
  • Page Number: 89 to 98

1Student, JBVP Vidyaniketan Collage of Pharmacy, Lakhewadi

2Assistant Professor, Dept. of Pharmaceutical Quality Assurance, JBVP Vidyaniketan Collage of Pharmacy, Lakhewadi

*Corresponding Author E-mail: wakadeabhishek45@gmail.com

Online published on 5 June, 2025.

Abstract

The most common method of taking medication is orally, despite several drawbacks like as intentional absorption and a delayed beginning of effect. This can be resolved by administering the medication as an effervescent tablet, which is a liquid form. The diclofenac sodium effervescent tablet formulation study uses a wet granulation technique. Because they are simple to use and have a quick start to working, effervescent pills are growing in favour. One of these NSAIDs, diclofenac sodium (DS), has a strong affinity for the enzymes cyclooxygenase (COX)-2, which breaks down arachidonic acid. Neuropathic pain can be treated with this medication. Diclofenac is linked to significant adverse effects on the kidneys heart and stomach that are dose dependent. Many diclofenac-containing medication items have been created since its first in 1973 with the intention of enhancing patient convenience, tolerability, and efficacy.

Keywords

Effervescent tablet, Diclofenac Sodium, Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory and Anti-Pyretic Effects