Fungal infections of the groin, called tinea cruris or jock itch, are also very common - fungus tends to grow well in moist, dark places, such as the skin of the groin. Symptoms of a fungal infection of the groin include redness of the skin, together with severe itching and flaking; there may also be some odor.
According to the results of a number of studies on diclofenac sodium side effects, the most frequently reported are pain in the stomach, diarrhea, constipation, headache, vomiting and nausea, while peptic ulcer, dizziness, unexplained bleeding and anemia occurred as well.
Diclofenac may increase the blood levels of lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid) by reducing the excretion of lithium by the kidneys. Increased levels of lithium may lead to lithium toxicity. Diclofenac increases the effect of cyclosporine on kidney function because both drugs reduce kidney function. Diclofenac may reduce the blood pressure lowering effects of blood pressure medications.