Drug: Cataflam

diclofenac potassium (pronounced digh-KLOH-fen-ak poh-TAH-see-um)

Common Side Effects: gastrointestinal bleeding.

Less Common Side Effects: anxiety, stomach pain, asthma, sensitivity to sunlight, rash.

Missed Dose: Take the missed dose as soon as possible. Don't double the dose.

Drug Interactions: Combining certain medications may alter their actions or produce unwanted effects. Tell your health care provider about other prescription medications, nonprescription medications, herbs, and supplements you're taking, especially:

anticoagulants (blood thinners such as warfarin Coumadin)
aspirin
beta blockers (such as atenolol)
cyclosporine
digoxin
diuretics (water pills)
insulin, oral antidiabetics
lithium
methotrexate
phenytoin (Dilantin).

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