DICLOFENAC W/MISOPROSTOL-ORAL TABLET (cont.)
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including: aspirin, NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen, naproxen), antacids, digoxin, "water pills" (diuretics), "blood thinners" (e.g., warfarin), oral diabetic drugs, high blood pressure medicine, cyclosporine, methotrexate, lithium. Check the ingredients of any nonprescription medicines you may be using since many cough, cold, and pain products contain aspirin or other NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen). Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. Symptoms of overdose may include severe stomach pain, coffee ground-like vomit, dark stool, diarrhea, fever, ringing in the ears, change in amount of urine, unusually fast or slow heartbeat, slow or shallow breathing, severe headache, seizures, or loss of consciousness.
NOTES: Do not share this medication with others.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from heat and light. Do not store in the bathroom.
Last Editorial Review: 3/2/2005
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