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What is diclofenac, is it something to do with pain relief or something?
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Yes: It is a commonly used anti-inflammatory medicine like Ibuprofen that also affects pain. In the us it requires a prescription.
Answered 6/25/2014
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Anti-inflammatory: It is a medication like Ibuprofen for arthritis pain.
Answered 6/25/2014
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