Question 1

is diclofenac 75mg safe to take?

Accepted Answer

Not my favorite: There is a moderate amount of GI risk. If you believe the studies suggesting increased cardiac risk from nsaids, diclofenac is shown to have one of the highest risks.

Question 2

do i have to take all of my diclofenac?

Accepted Answer

Only if you want to : Only if you want to feel better. Your doctor prescribed an amount he felt best for you.

Question 3

how long does it take for rectal diclofenac to work?

Accepted Answer

one hour: Peak blood levels occur one hour after use.

Question 4

which is better to take diclofenac 75m bid ornaproxen 500mg bid?

Accepted Answer

: They are both NSAID's (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) and these are comparable doses with comparable effectiveness. Their safety profile, contraindications, and precautions are very similar but there are differences which could be significant depending on your medical history and medications. You should not interchange them without talking to your doctor.

Question 5

can i take diclofenac for toothaches?

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I suppose: You could but there are many analgesics far more effective.  Consult your dentist to get the problem addressed.  Hope this helps.

Question 6

can i take flexeral and diclofenac together?

Accepted Answer

Yes: No interaction between the 2 drugs, different mechanisms as flexeril is a muscle relaxant and diclofenac an NSIAID or non steroidal antiinflammatory. Precautions still apply as they have different side effect profiles and use should be limited in dose and time.

Question 7

can you take diclofenac and lunesta together?

Accepted Answer

No prob.: Diclofenac is an anti-inflammatory medication. Lunesta is a sleep medication. They can be taken together.

Question 8

how soon will diclofenac suppositories take to work?

Accepted Answer

About 10-20 minutes: It may take about 10-20 minutes for it to start working.

Question 9

it is good idea taking 50mg of diclofenac for more than one month? can i take it for long term? thank you

Accepted Answer

Medicine FX: Taking this once each day is considered safe.  Long term use may increase the risk of effects on the liver or the kidneys.  If your have no history of liver or kidney disease, this medicine will probably be safe.  If you use it for a longer time, it will be a good idea to monitor the functions of these organs.

Question 10

i am currently taking diclofenac & have a drug test soon for work, will this show up on the test so i know to take the bottle in with me when i go in?

Accepted Answer

Anti inflammatory : Diclofenac is like advil (ibuprofen) or Aspirin , so it is probably not going to be tested for in your drug test.I would go ahead and take in the rx anyway.

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