michael power wrote:
>
> > I have a patient visiting from UK asking for Arthrotec, a trade name not
> > used Down Under. Can anyone tell me its generic name?
>
> indomethacin
>
> michael
No,,,No,,,No,,,No,,,No!!!
WRONG!!! This is bad, bad info.
Arthrotec is a combination of:
1. Diclofenac 50mg
2. Misoprostol 200mcg
Meant to reduce NSAID induced GI upset & risk of BI bleed.
dosage 1 tab 2-3 times daily.
*** There is a real danger to a patient here
& Michael's info is WRONG ***
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