My prescription of Diclectin® says “as needed”. What does it mean?
• Diclectin® should not be prescribed as needed (PRN). • Diclectin® is a delayed released tablet. It normally takes between 4 to 6 hours for Diclectin® to reach its optimal effect. If taken only when needed, it will take a few hours before symptoms improve because of the delayed release action. • It is also important to take Diclectin® on a daily basis and to take the prescribed dosing in order to reach its optimal effect. It takes 2 to 3 days of treatment with Diclectin® before blood concentration of Diclectin® reaches a certain level (steady state) that allows a control over a 24-hour period.
