Compare Voltaren vs. Arthrotec
Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, ratings, and more.
Relieves pain and inflammation.
Cambia (diclofenac) works well for pain and is available in many different forms. If you have a history of heart problems or stomach bleeds, it may not be the best choice.
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4.2/ 5 average rating with 37 reviewsforVoltaren
Treats arthritis pain and swelling.
Arthrotec (Diclofenac / Misoprostol) is an okay medication used to treat pain and swelling caused by arthritis. However, because of the risk of heart attack, it's recommended to limit the amount you take.
Upsides
- Works well to relieve muscle ache and pain caused by inflammation.
- Minimal risk for addiction unlike narcotics.
- Available in gel or powder packets if you have difficulty taking the pill.
- Most forms are available as generic.
- Clinical studies show that Arthrotec (Diclofenac / Misoprostol) is better at relieving arthritis pain than acetaminophen (Tylenol).
- Can be used as needed to treat pain and swelling.
- Available as a generic.
Downsides
- Not for chronic, daily use because of increased side-effects.
- May need to be taken two or three-times daily for maximum pain relief.
- Can cause serious stomach problems like inflammation, ulcers, and bleeding.
- Can raise your risk of having blood clots, heart attack, or stroke.
- Can lower kidney function or cause permanent kidney damage.
- Can't be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women.
- You should avoid alcohol while on Arthrotec (Diclofenac / Misoprostol) since it can increase your risk of stomach issues.
- If you're taking it on a regular basis, you'll need to get labs done to make sure your liver and kidneys aren't being affected.
Used for
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Inflammation
- Dental pain
Dosage forms
- Pill
- Injection
- Pill
- Extended release
Price
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Reviews
37 reviews so far
81%
saidit'sworth it
76%
saiditworked well
5%
saidit'sa big hassle
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Side effects
13possible side effects
- Nausea24%
- Constipation13%
- Headache10%
- Infusion site pain10%
- Dizziness8%
- Gas8%
- Vomiting6%
- Trouble sleeping6%
- Itching5%
- Low blood pressure5%
- Fever4%
- Low red blood counts4%
- Infusion site leakage3%
6possible side effects
- Abdominal pain21%
- Diarrhea19%
- Dyspepsia14%
- Nausea11%
- GI disorders9%
- Flatulence9%
Risks and risk factors
- Heart attack and stroke
- History of heart problems
- Taking Cambia (diclofenac) for a long period of time
- Stomach bleeding
- History of stomach bleeding
- Age 60 or older
- Taking aspirin, other NSAIDs, or blood thinners
- Drinking more than 3 alcoholic beverages a day
- Smoking
- Taking the medicine for a long period of time
- Severe allergic reaction
- Asthma
- Nasal polyps
- Aspirin allergy
- NSAID allergy
- Kidney damage
- Kidney disease
- Heart failure
- Liver disease
- Taking certain high blood pressure medications
- Age 60 or older
- Taking the medicine for a long period of time
- Harm to fetus (unborn baby)
- Women who want to or can become pregnant
- Pregnant women
- Heart attack or stroke
- History of heart problems
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Diabetes
- Being overweight or obese
- Smoking
- Stomach bleeding
- History of stomach bleeding or ulcers
- Age 65 years or older
- Bruising or bleeding
- Hemophilia
- von Willebrand's disease
- Low blood platelet count
- Also taking an anticoagulant medication
- Serious allergic reactions
- Asthma
- Rhinitis
- Nasal polyps
- Aspirin allergy
- NSAID allergy
- Lowers kidney function
- Kidney disease
- Heart failure
- Liver disease
- Taking diuretics
- Taking ACE inhibitors or angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs)
- Age 65 or older
- Increased blood pressure
- History of high blood pressure
- Taking water pills (diuretics)
- Harm to unborn babies
- Late pregnancy (more than 30 weeks)