Arthrotec Forte
Arthrotec Forte treats pain and swelling caused by rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, and it also protects your stomach and intestines from irritation or ulcers.
Form
säädellysti vapauttava tabletti
Active Ingredient
Diclofenac sodium
Manufacturer
Pfizer Oy
How to Use
Dosage
One tablet twice a day.
Method
Swallow whole with water (do not chew) with or after a meal. For adults only.
Important
Two tablets per day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Stomach pain
- •Diarrhea
- •Nausea
- •Indigestion
- •Rash
- •Itching
- •Vomiting
- •Flatulence
- •Constipation
- •Belching
- •Gastritis (stomach inflammation)
- •Stomach or intestinal ulcers
- •Headache
- •Dizziness
- •Difficulty sleeping
- •Changes in liver function blood test results
- •Inflammation of the digestive tract (e.g., nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain)
- •Fetal malformation
- •Low red blood cell count in blood tests (reduced hematocrit)
RARE
- •Swelling of the mouth
- •Facial swelling
- •Fluid retention in the body (swelling of ankles and feet)
- •Unusual vaginal bleeding
- •Menstrual disorders
- •Decreased platelet count (increased risk of bleeding or bruising)
- •Red spots on the skin (purpura)
- •Hives (raised, itchy rash)
- •Vaginal infection (itching, burning, tenderness, pain)
- •Blurred vision
- •High blood pressure
- •Loss of appetite
- •Menstrual irregularities (e.g., unusually heavy or light bleeding, delayed periods)
- •Chills
- •Fever
- •Drowsiness
- •Tiredness
- •Feeling unsteady
- •Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
- •Depression
- •Restlessness
- •Tingling or prickling sensation
- •Mouth sores
- •Dry mouth
- •Liver inflammation (yellowing skin, headache, fever, chills, general weakness)
- •Pancreatitis (severe abdominal and back pain)
- •Lung inflammation (cough, increased mucus production)
- •Breast pain
- •Vomiting blood
- •Worsening of ulcerative colitis (intestinal inflammation)
- •Esophageal damage
- •Low blood pressure
- •Hair loss
- •Increased sensitivity to light
- •Nightmares
- •Skin blistering
- •Menstrual pain
- •Severe liver disease, including liver failure
- •Worsening of Crohn's disease (intestinal inflammation)
- •Kidney problems
- •Seizures
- •Inflamed blood vessels (fever, aches, purplish-red spots)
- •Psychotic disorders (loss of contact with reality)
- •Mood changes, irritability, memory problems, confusion
- •Vision impairment
- •Taste changes
- •Inflammation
- •Abnormal uterine contractions, uterine rupture, retained placenta after birth, amniotic fluid embolism, uterine bleeding, miscarriage, fetal death, premature birth
- •Abnormal uterine bleeding
- •Anemia (low red blood cell count) that can cause pale skin, weakness, or shortness of breath
- •Reduced female fertility
- •Asthma (difficulty breathing)
- •Tongue swelling
- •Severe drop in blood pressure
- •Allergic skin reaction (red/swollen patches, blisters, itching, skin darkening)
Important Warnings
- Do not use if you currently have an ulcer, a hole, or bleeding in your stomach or intestines, or bleeding in your brain.
- Do not use if you are pregnant, suspect you are pregnant, or are planning pregnancy; women of childbearing age must use effective contraception during treatment.
- Do not use if you are allergic to diclofenac sodium, misoprostol, aspirin, ibuprofen, other NSAIDs, or any other ingredients in the medicine.
- Do not use if you are about to have or have recently had coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.
- Do not use if you have severe kidney or liver failure.
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- Do not use if you have heart disease or cerebrovascular disease (e.g., heart attack, stroke, TIA, blood clot, or related procedure).
- Do not use if you have or have had circulatory problems (peripheral arterial disease).
Use in Elderly Patients
Category C
Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. For short-term use only. Do not use in severe renal impairment. Increases swelling, worsens renal and heart failure and causes cardiovascular events. Increases risk of bleeding, especially in the gastrointestinal tract. Label Label Label Label Label Label. (updated 16.9.2024)