Diclofenac and Misoprostol (Systemic)
Brand Names : Arthrotec 50, Arthrotec 75
Proper Use of This MedicineFor safe and effective use of this medicine, do not take more of it, do not
take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than ordered by your
health care professional.
Taking too much of this medicine may increase
the chance of unwanted effects.
Do not take diclofenac and misoprostol combination with magnesium-containing
antacids. Antacids may be taken with diclofenac and misoprostol combination,
if needed, to help relieve stomach pain, unless you are otherwise directed
by your doctor. However, do not take magnesium-containing antacids, since
they may cause diarrhea or worsen the diarrhea that is sometimes caused by
the diclofenac and misoprostol combination.
Do not chew, crush, or dissolve tablets.
Do not give this medication to another person.
Diclofenac and misoprostol combination should be taken with meals.
Dosing - The dose of diclofenac and misoprostol combination
will be different for different patients. Follow your
doctor's orders or the directions on the label
. The following information
includes only the average doses of diclofenac and misoprostol combination.
If your dose is different, do not change it
unless
your doctor tells you to do so. The number of tablets that you take depends on the strength of the medicine.
Also, the number of doses you take each day, the time
allowed between doses, and the length of time you take the medicine depend
on the medical problem for which you are taking diclofenac and misoprostol
combination
.
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For oral
dosage form (tablets):
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For osteoarthritis:
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Adults - 1 tablet of Arthrotec 50 three times a day.
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Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
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For rheumatoid arthritis:
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Adults - 1 tablet of Arthrotec 50 three or four times a day.
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Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
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For osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis (for patients who are
unable to tolerate other doses):
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Adults - 1 tablet of Arthrotec 50 two times a day or 1 tablet
of Arthrotec 75 two times a day.
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Children - Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as
soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the
missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage - To store this medicine:
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Store away from heat and direct light.
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Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other
damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
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Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Be sure
that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.
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