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Arthrotec

Arthrotec

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Arthrotec is a pain medication.

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Generic Drug

Diclofenac and misoprostol

Side Effects

Common

Ringing in ears
Abdominal pain
Nausea
Flatulence
Heartburn
Drowsiness
Dizziness
Passing gas
Fluid retention
Abnormal vaginal bleeding
Vaginal bleeding
Rash

Serious

Diarrhea
Rectal bleeding

Treats

Osteoarthritis
Condition
Arthritis
Condition
Rheumatoid arthritis
Condition

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If I combo arthrotec (diclofenac and misoprostol) with 650mg of acetaminophen, should I only take 1 or take 2 650mg of acetaminophen? Thanks!

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