Arthrotec - Dosage - Side Effects - Drug Interactions - Warnings

Arthrotec is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to treat arthritis.

Arthrotec is the first arthritis therapy which combines an NSAID with protection against ulcers.

Information about Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs.

Arthrotec is a combination of diclofenac sodium and misoprostol. Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) indicated for pain and inflammatory conditions. Misoprostol is a synthetic prostaglandin that inhibits gastric acid secretion and stimulates mucus secretion in the digestive tract. Misoprostol has been shown to reduce the risk of NSAID-induced gastric ulcers.

Patient education for Arthrotec tablets (diclofenac with misoprostol).

Product photographs of Arthrotec tablets (diclofenac with misoprostol).

NSAIDS work to combat arthritis by interfering with the inflammatory process.

Poisoning from an overdose of Diclofenac, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Rubbing on gel which contained diclofenac provided significant pain relief from osteoarthritis of the knee in a study of 230 patients over a three week period, according to German researchers.

Following scrutiny of the class of arthritis drugs known as NSAIDS and COX-2 inhibitors, the FDA has taken action.

Medications have long been considered "traditional" treatment. Since individual response to a specific medication can vary and because possible side effects are also a factor, finding the most effective medication or combination of medications can be a more difficult process than one would expect.

Explanation of the components which make up Arthrotec and the effectiveness of the drug, from drdoc online.

Drug profile and essential information on Arthrotec ( combination of diclofenac sodium and misoprostol), from UMM.