Diclofenac+Famotidine

Uses	Pain relief
Side Effects	Nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, dizziness

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Diclofenac+Famotidine is a medicine for relieving pain and inflammation. It is used for relieving pain, swelling, stiffness associated with various forms of arthritis, gout and ankylosing spondylitis. It is used for relieving pain following an operation and due to dental procedures. It must be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed. It must be taken with or after having your meals. Before initiating treatment with the medicine you should let the doctor know if you smoke, have diabetes, blood clotting problem, any heart condition etc.

Uses

To relieve pain, stiffness and swelling of the joints in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis.
It helps in relieving pain following dental surgery, pain after an operation and surgical procedures, pain due to minor injury etc.

Contraindications

When should one not use Diclofenac+Famotidine

If you are allergic to diclofenac or other ingredients of the medicine.
If you have or had stomach or intestinal ulcers or bleeding problems in the gut.
You may suffer from heart problems like heart attack, stroke or heart failure.
You may develop allergic reactions or bowel problem after taking a painkiller in the past.
If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy and women of childbearing age not using contraceptive measures.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Diarrhoea
Indigestion
Constipation
Headache
Dizziness
Heartburn

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Diclofenac+Famotidine must not be taken during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester, as it may cause harmful effects in the unborn baby. If you get pregnant while on treatment, immediately consult the doctor.

Breast Feeding

Components of the medicine are known to pass into breast milk. A decision of whether to discontinue breastfeeding or treatment should be taken by a doctor considering the importance of treatment for the mother and the health benefits of breastfeeding for the baby.

Driving

Diclofenac+Famotidine is known to cause side effects like dizziness and drowsiness. Thus, avoid driving or operating machines if you experience these side effects.

Alcohol

Although there is no known interaction with alcohol and Diclofenac+Famotidine, it is essential to consult the physician if you have a habit of regular drinking. Consuming alcohol while taking pain killers is known to increase the risk of bleeding, ulcer and perforation in the stomach and intestine (upper gastrointestinal tract).

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You may have problems with the heart, liver or kidney.
You may suffer from stomach or intestine diseases.
You are above 60 years of age.
You smoke and consume alcohol in excess or too often.
You may suffer from a condition called porphyria.
You may suffer from a blood or bleeding disorder.
You may have lupus or a similar condition.
You may have problems with circulation.
You may have asthma, diabetes or high blood cholesterol.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Diclofenac+Famotidine blocks the action of certain chemical substances (prostaglandins) which are responsible for pain and inflammation; thus helps to ease pain and reduce the swelling.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines affect the way Diclofenac+Famotidine works, or the medicine itself reduces the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
Inform the doctor of the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are taking or might take to avoid possible interaction.
Tell your doctor if you are taking water tablets, blood thinners, medicine for high blood pressure, diabetes, other pain killers, immunomodulators, certain anti-infectives, steroids, medicines for a heart condition, antacids and medicines for lowering blood cholesterol. You need to be cautious and if you are not sure which are these medicines, ask the doctor.
If you have taken a medicine called mifepristone within the last 12 days, diclofenac should not be taken at least for the next 8–12 days.

Interactions with food items

Take it with or after food, as directed by your doctor.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose are headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, dizziness, fainting, lethargy, etc. Seek medical attention in case you have consumed too much of the medicine.

Missed a Dose

If you missed taking a dose of Diclofenac+Famotidine take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue the regular dose schedule. Avoid a double dose of medicine for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Diclofenac+Famotidine is used to relieve pain, inflammation and swelling of muscles, joints and bones in arthritis, spondylitis and sports injuries. It is used after operations and surgeries to relieve pain, inflammation and swelling.

Diclofenac+Famotidine must be taken as directed by the doctor. Take the medicine with a glass of water, with or after food. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.

The use of pain killers may be associated with the risk of conditions related to heart, bleeding and ulcer in the digestive tract. The risk may be more when the medicine is used for prolonged duration and in people with an existing heart condition and with a risk factor of getting such condition.

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