Low-dose diclofenac potassium in U.K.
This article was originally published in The Tan Sheet
Executive Summary
The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency moves a low dosage of diclofenac potassium, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, from prescription-only status to pharmacy class. Diclofenac potassium 12.5 mg tablets may be supplied without a prescription - similar to what is called "behind the counter" in the U.S. - to adults and children ages 14 and up to provide short-term relief from headaches, symptoms associated with flu or cold and mild to moderate pain relief, according to a July 8 update by MHRA. Diclofenac potassium is available in the U.S. only in 50 mg prescription products, according to FDA records...