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I take dabigatran for atrial fibrillation. is it dangerous if i take cataflam 50 or voltaren (diclofenac) daily for joint pain?
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Possibly : Dabigatran and NSAID type medications (voltaren (diclofenac) ; cataflam) can increase bleeding risk and nsaids can affect your kidneys with your other medications. Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits.
Answered 2/7/2015
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I tend: To keep my patients off nsaids, particularly while taking blood thinners.
Answered 9/28/2016
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