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Can diclofenac be given to a patient allergic to ibuprofen?
no
Can you take diclofenac sodium with Ibuprofen?
No you cannot take both diclofenac sodium with ibuprofen as they are both the same type of medication. Both are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and cannot be taken together.
Is diclofenac potassium is more powerful than diclofenac sodium?
Case to case basis. In my case diclofenac potassium is more powerful than diclofenac sodium.
Is diclofenac injection safe for diabetic patients?
Its not safe in diabetics with kidney damage. it should not be taken more than 5 days at a time and if further still needed then kidney function must be assessed. not to be taken more than 2 weeks in any case. Ibuprofen and naproxen have less side effect on kidneys but they cause gastric irritation which can be avoided by taking pantoprazole OR ranitidine with it. diclofenac also causes gastric irritation but little lesser than ibuprofen but more kidney damage than ibuprofen. Gastric damage is easier to repair than kidney damage which can be life threatening.
Is diclofenac sod 75mg the sister of morphine?
Diclofenac Sodium is NOT related to morphine and are entirely in different drug categories but can be used for pain management. The closest medicine to Diclofenac are drugs like aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen which are in the category of medicine called Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS).
What medications may cause gastrointestinal bleeding?
Commonly drugs known as non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, diclofenac etc.
Are voltoral and Ibuprofen the same drug?
No. The active ingridient in Voltarol is diclofenac, which like ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Voltarol is more commonly prescribed as a painkiller for injuiries of muscles and ligaments, as with chronic overuse or arthritis.
Can you take dixlofenac and ibuprofen in the same day?
First you need to be aware of what Diclofenac Sodium/Hydrchloride you are on. I've been taking Dicolofenac Sodium fir almost three years, and doesn't cause you any symotons when you take ibuprofen
What is diclofenac 75 mg used for?
Diclofenac is a time released NSAID (non-steroidal anti inflamitory drug) Basically it is a prescription strength aleve or ibuprofen. I was switched to this medication after I decided that I had enough of oxycodone and Oxycontin (which are very effective but also very addictive). In my opinion, they are not very effective. I have two fractured vertibre and they don't do much for the pain.
Why diclofenac k is faster than diclofenac Na?
Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), available as a potassium salt (immediate-release) or sodium salt (delayed-release).
Advantages of ibuprofen over diclofenac?
Ibuprofen has fewer side effects than diclofenac, though it's anti-inflammatory properties are weaker. Common side effects include gastro-intestinal discomfort (stomach ache), nausea and bleeding and ulceration. These can be reduced by taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) with food. I must add though, you should follow the advice your doctor gave. If you turn to answers.com, you probably don't have the expertise on which to make an informed decision.
Is there difference in sodium content in diclofenac sodium and diclofenac potassium?
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