Diclofenac + Misoprostol: Uses, Side Effects & Brands in Pakistan
Diclofenac with misoprostol is a combination tablet for arthritis, sold in Pakistan under brands such as Arthrotec and many others. It combines a painkiller with a medicine that protects the stomach lining.
How Diclofenac + Misoprostol works
Diclofenac reduces joint pain and inflammation. Misoprostol replaces some of the protective prostaglandins in the stomach that NSAIDs reduce, lowering the risk of ulcers.
What is Diclofenac + Misoprostol used for?
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- People who need an NSAID but are at higher risk of stomach ulcers
Side effects of Diclofenac + Misoprostol
Not everyone gets side effects. The ones reported more often are:
- Diarrhoea and stomach cramps
- Indigestion or nausea
- Headache or dizziness
- Irregular vaginal bleeding
Stop it and get help for black or bloody stools, vomiting blood, chest pain, or signs of a serious allergic reaction.
Precautions and warnings
- It must never be taken during pregnancy. Misoprostol can cause miscarriage and harm the baby. Women who could become pregnant must use reliable contraception.
- Do not use it if dengue is suspected.
- Avoid it with heart disease, a past stroke, or kidney or liver disease unless advised.
- Do not combine it with other NSAIDs.
- Take it with food to reduce stomach upset.
Frequently asked questions about Diclofenac + Misoprostol
Why is misoprostol added to diclofenac?
NSAIDs like diclofenac can cause stomach ulcers. Misoprostol helps protect the stomach lining, so the combination is used for people at higher risk of ulcers.
Diclofenac + Misoprostol brands and prices in Pakistan
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