Diclofenac and Misoprostol (Oral Route)

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Diclofenac and Misoprostol (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Arthrotec

Description

Diclofenac and misoprostol combination is used for patients with arthritis who may develop stomach ulcers from taking nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) alone.

Diclofenac is a NSAID used in this combination medicine to help relieve some symptoms of arthritis, such as inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain.

Misoprostol is used in this combination medicine to prevent stomach ulcers.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet
  • Tablet, Enteric Coated
Before Using
Source: 7E110DB7-45D2-4091-AF32FE446B73C650

DR600115

Portions of this document last updated:

June 1, 2009

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