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2007-04-22 23:56:25 · 4 answers · asked by elens o 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Do you mean "Diclofenac"?
As long-term use of diclofenac and similar NSAIDs predisposes for peptic ulcer, many patients at risk for this complication are prescribed a combination (Arthrotec®) of diclofenac and misoprostol, a synthetic prostaglandin analogue, to protect the gastric mucosa.
Please see the web pages for more details on Diclofenac.
2007-04-23 00:10:29 · answer #1 · answered by gangadharan nair 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Anti inflammatory medication can cause stomach ulcers in the long term and then need to take tablets for that too.
2007-04-23 02:45:16 · answer #2 · answered by kymm r 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Long term effects would include stomach ulcer, possible worsening of asthma(if you are asthmatic), sodium and water retention, and increased blood pressure. Long term diclofenac can also impair kidney function by decreasing blood flow to the kidneys.
2007-04-23 00:17:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The long term effect is to stop inflammation. I have been taking diclofenec for 20+ years for Arthritis and to date have never had any problem. However I always take mine with food.
2007-04-23 08:30:29 · answer #4 · answered by gillianprowe 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋