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Searle Pharmaceuticals

Arthrotec (diclofenac/misoprostal) relieves the symptoms of arthritis in people who are also prone to ulcers.

Do not take Arthrotec (diclofenac/misoprostal) if you are allergic to any component present in Arthrotec (diclofenac/misoprostal) if you are pregnant, if you have ever had an allergic reaction to aspirin.

Before using Arthrotec (diclofenac/misoprostal), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you are taking blood thinners if you have stomach problems if you have peptic ulcers if you have any other medical condition like liver or kidney function impairment or heart problem

Although Arthrotec (diclofenac/misoprostal) is designed to protect against stomach ulcers and bleeding, they remain a possibility. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice signs of bleeding such as black tarry stools. Also call the doctor if you develop severe diarrhea, cramping, or nausea, or if milder symptoms persist for more than 7 days.

Other: Abnormal vision or tearing, acne, anxiety, appetite changes, asthma, blood in the urine, breast pain, bruising, change in taste, concentration difficulties, confusion, constipation, coughing, dark tarry stools, decreased breathing, decreased or increased urination, dehydration, depression, difficulty breathing, difficulty swallowing, difficulty urinating, disorientation, dizziness, double vision, dream abnormalities, drowsiness, dry mouth, eczema, excessive or postmenopausal vaginal bleeding, eye infection, fainting, fatigue, fever, frequent urination, gout, hallucinations, hair loss, headache, hearing impairment, heartburn, hemorrhoids, high blood pressure, high blood sugar, hives, impotence, increased heart rate, increased muscle tone, increased nighttime urination, increased sweating, infection, inflammation in the digestive tract, insomnia, irregular or increased menstrual bleeding, irritability, irregular heartbeat, itching, jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes), joint pain, loss of appetite, low blood pressure, low blood sugar, migraine, mouth sores, muscle pain, nervousness, night blindness, nosebleed, painful menstruation, paranoia, pelvic pain, pinkeye, rapid breathing, rash, rectal bleeding, rectal itching, ringing in the ears, seizures, sensitivity to light, skin sores, skin rash, skin swelling, stomach or intestinal bleeding, stomach ulcers, taste loss, throat swelling, throbbing heartbeat, tremor, tingling/numbness, urinary tract infection, vertigo, vomiting, weakness, weight changes

How much medicine you take and how often you take it depend on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Arthrotec (diclofenac/misoprostal) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Do not stop taking Arthrotec (diclofenac/misoprostal) without checking with your health care provider. Patients with previous medical conditions should talk with their health care provider before taking Arthrotec (diclofenac/misoprostal). Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.

Store Arthrotec (diclofenac/misoprostal) at room temperature in a cool dry place, protect from heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children and pets.