Commony Rx Drugs - Diclofenac Flashcards
1
Q
What is Diclofenac?
A
NSAIDs
2
Q
What are the main s/e of Diclofenac? (2)
A
GI
CVS
3
Q
What precautions can be put in place to reduce s.e? (1)
A
PPI
4
Q
What does MHRA guidelines state about Diclofenac? (3)
A
CV risk
C/i: IHD, PAD, cerebrovascular disease or established CHD. Applicable to systemic but n/a to topical prep.
