Diclofenac
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In pharmacology, diclofenac is "non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) with antipyretic and analgesic actions. It is primarily available as the sodium salt."[1]
Adverse effects
Vascular disease
NSAIDs, especially diclofenac, may cause recurrence of vascular disease among patients with prior myocardial infarctions.[2]
References
- ↑ Anonymous (2024), Diclofenac (English). Medical Subject Headings. U.S. National Library of Medicine.
- ↑ Schjerning Olsen AM, Fosbøl EL, Lindhardsen J, Folke F, Charlot M, Selmer C et al. (2011). "Duration of treatment with nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and impact on risk of death and recurrent myocardial infarction in patients with prior myocardial infarction: a nationwide cohort study.". Circulation 123 (20): 2226-35. DOI:10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.110.004671. PMID 21555710. Research Blogging.
External links
The most up-to-date information about Diclofenac and other drugs can be found at the following sites.
- Diclofenac - FDA approved drug information (drug label) from DailyMed (U.S. National Library of Medicine).
- Diclofenac - Drug information for consumers from MedlinePlus (U.S. National Library of Medicine).
- Diclofenac - Detailed information from DrugBank.