Question 1

my grandma is 73. she's experiencing heel pain and toes. she's allergic to diclofenac. she has arthritis. do celecoxib help? how often should she take it?

Accepted Answer

: It is best that your grandmother see her doctor.  Older people and people on other medications may need the doses of medication adjusted.  If she had a dangerous allergic reaction she is also at risk for an allergy to related drugs.

Question 2

can you explain the difference between diclofenac and celebrex (celecoxib)?

Accepted Answer

Yes: They are from 2 different classes of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs but essentially are used to treat the same issues.

Question 3

is celebrex (celecoxib) or diclofenac better for arthritis?

Accepted Answer

NSAIDS: Celebrex (celecoxib) and diclofenac are nsaids. They are used as pain killer.  They are both good for arthritis.  The better medication for you would be the one that relieves your pain.

Question 4

tiaprof. acid , mefenamic acid, diclofenac, meloxicam, peroxicam, celecoxib, which of this nsaids is safest for peptic ulcer and wich safest for child?

Accepted Answer

None : Is safest for ulcer or child. Ibuprofen is safest for child.

Question 5

in order to protect the stomach while talking nsaids like naproxen, diclofenac or the selective cox2 inhibitors like celecoxib, meloxicam. the proton pump inhibitor should be taken once a day or twice a day?

Accepted Answer

: In some patients, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) may be taken just once a day to lower the risk of stomach side effects in patients taking NSAIDs. However, if s/he isn’t already included, it’s going to be good to loop your doctor into the decision to take a PPI. S/He may want you to take a different dose or avoid it entirely because it may affect other medications you’re taking.

Question 6

can i take diclofenac sodium tablets with gel?

Accepted Answer

Usually: But you need to be careful of early onset of side effects.

Question 7

will i be able to take diclofenac sodium tablets with diclofenac gel?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The amount of diclofenac that is absorbed systemically with the diclofenac gel is very small.  It is ok to use a topical NSAID with an oral nsaid.  However, there is still a possibility of side effects common with any NSAID taken.

Question 8

can i take diclofenac sodium tablets with diclofenac gel?  is that ok to do?

Accepted Answer

No: Although there may not be any consequence to this, theoretically your blood levels of diclofenac in combination may cause problems such as GI upset, kidney or even liver and heart issues particularly when taken for prolonged periods.

Question 9

is it safe to take diclofenac sodium tablets with diclofenac gel?

Accepted Answer

Usually: But you need to be careful of early onset of side effects.

Question 10

i have heart disease and take ranexa, daily aspirin, statins. i had a wrist injury and taking naproxen and applying diclofenac gel. is it safe to take for over a week? i felt some palpitations in the last couple of days, so was wondering. thank you?

Accepted Answer

: There is no absolute contraindication unless you have chronic kidney disease or uncontrolled hypertension. However, using naproxen and aspirin together increases the risk of gastritis so you should take either omeprazole or famotidine for stomach protection until you stop naproxen. Wish you have a quick recovery.

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Can i take celebrex and diclofenac gel

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My grandma is 73. she's experiencing heel pain and toes. she's allergic to diclofenac. she has arthritis. do celecoxib help? how often should she take it?

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Can you explain the difference between diclofenac and celebrex (celecoxib)?

A member asked:

Is celebrex (celecoxib) or diclofenac better for arthritis?

A member asked:

Tiaprof. acid , mefenamic acid, diclofenac, meloxicam, peroxicam, celecoxib, which of this nsaids is safest for peptic ulcer and wich safest for child?

A member asked:

In order to protect the stomach while talking nsaids like naproxen, diclofenac or the selective cox2 inhibitors like celecoxib, meloxicam. the proton pump inhibitor should be taken once a day or twice a day?

A member asked:

Can i take diclofenac sodium tablets with gel?

A member asked:

Will i be able to take diclofenac sodium tablets with diclofenac gel?

A member asked:

Can i take diclofenac sodium tablets with diclofenac gel? is that ok to do?

A member asked:

Is it safe to take diclofenac sodium tablets with diclofenac gel?

A member asked:

I have heart disease and take ranexa, daily aspirin, statins. i had a wrist injury and taking naproxen and applying diclofenac gel. is it safe to take for over a week? i felt some palpitations in the last couple of days, so was wondering. thank you?

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