Diclofenac
Diclofenac is a non-steroidal ant-inflammatory drug.[1] It can be used as an analgesic and antipyretic. It is often used to treat bruises and strain injuiries.[2] Research experiments conducted in 2013, showed that Diclofenac increased the risk of heart attacks and stroke.[3]
Diclofenac Media
Voltaren (diclofenac) 50 mg enteric coated tablets
Arthrotec (diclofenac and misoprostol) 50 mg tablets
Sintofarm (diclofenac) for suppository administration
150 gram tube diclofenac topical gel U.S. package generic
References
- ↑ (in en) Diclofenac — a useful drug that may now be entering its twilight years. http://www.pharmaceutical-journal.com/news-and-analysis/news/diclofenac-a-useful-drug-that-may-now-be-entering-its-twilight-years/11121261.article. Retrieved 2017-10-19.
- ↑ Gan, Tong J. (July 2010). "Diclofenac: an update on its mechanism of action and safety profile". Current Medical Research and Opinion. 26 (7): 1715–1731. doi:10.1185/03007995.2010.486301. ISSN 1473-4877. PMID 20470236. S2CID 8150059.
- ↑ "Research highlights widespread global use of diclofenac, despite cardiovascular risks". www.qmul.ac.uk. Archived from the original on 2017-10-17. Retrieved 2017-10-19.
