Description

PINTHROTEC _ 75

About this Item
PINTHROTEC contains a combination of diclofenac and misoprostol. Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.
Misoprostol reduces stomach acid and replaces protective substances in the stomach that are reduced by NSAIDs. Misoprostol protects the lining of the esophagus, stomach and intestines while taking diclofenac.

Product Benefits (What it Treats)
Diclofenac is used to reduce:
pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. Diclofenac is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

Other Essential Uses (Important points to note)
PINTHROTEC is a prescription medicine used to treat osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis in people at high risk for developing stomach or intestinal ulcers.
PINTHROTEC is supplied as delayed-release tablets containing 50 mg diclofenac sodium and 200 mcg misoprostol or 75 mg diclofenac sodium and 200 mcg misoprostol.

Side Effects
Common PINTHROTEC side effects may include:
? abnormal vaginal bleeding ?
? heartburn, indigestion stomach pain, gas ?
? nausea, vomiting ?
? diarrhea, constipation; or ?
? dizziness ?

Note:
Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use PINTHROTEC only for the indication prescribed.

Who can?t take this
Do not use PINTHROTEC if you are pregnant

When to see a doctor.
Call your doctor right away if you have serious side effects.

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