Arthrotec is prescribed to treat osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis in people at high risk for developing stomach or intestinal ulcers. The generic names for the two drugs in Arthrotec are Diclofenac and Misoprostol. Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain. Misoprostol reduces stomach acid and replaces protective substances in the stomach that are reduced by NSAIDs. To buy Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol)online cheap, go through Canadian pharmacies.
Do not use Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol) if you are pregnant. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant during treatment. Misoprostol can cause birth defects, miscarriage, premature labor, or rupture of the uterus if the medication is taken during pregnancy. Diclofenac can cause birth defects if it is taken during the last 3 months of pregnancy. Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol) can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol) without talking to your doctor first if you are breastfeeding a baby.
Take each dose of Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol) with a full glass of water. Swallow the Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol ) tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew the pill.
Some medical conditions can affect your ability to use Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol) safely and effectively. Be sure to tell your doctor about any existing medical conditions or concerns you may have before starting your treatment.
Serious side effects of Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol) can include: allergic reaction (hives, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat), chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance, black, bloody, or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds, swelling or rapid weight gain, urinating less than usual or not at all, increased blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, trouble concentrating, chest pain, numbness, seizure), nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash, bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness, or neck stiffness, chills, increased sensitivity to light, purple spots on the skin, and/or seizure (convulsions).
More common, less serious side effects of Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol) may include: mild stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, bloating, gas, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, blurred vision, ringing in your ears, or unusual vaginal bleeding.
Some other medications can react badly with Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol) so be sure to tell your doctor about any other prescriptions, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, or herbal remedies you are taking. Do not start anything new without telling your doctor first. Make a list of all the medications you use and carry it with you. Be sure to show it to any doctor or emergency worker who treats you.
Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol ) must be obtained through a pharmacy with a prescription. If you expect to take Arthrotec (Diclofenac and Misoprostol) on a regular basis, you might consider filling your prescription conveniently and privately through Canadian online drugstores.