Precautions and Warnings With Diclofenac Sodium (Cont.)

Who Should Not Take Diclofenac Sodium?

You should not take diclofenac sodium if:
 
  • You are allergic to diclofenac sodium, diclofenac, Cataflam®, or any of the inactive components used to make these medicines. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist has a list of the inactive ingredients.
  • You have an active bleeding condition, such as a stomach ulcer or bleeding within the head.
  • You have an allergic reaction, hives, or asthma that is caused by aspirin or other NSAIDs.
  • You are having or have recently had coronary bypass graft surgery (often known as open heart surgery, bypass surgery, or just CABG).
  • You are in the third trimester of pregnancy or nursing.
     

A Summary of Precautions and Warnings With Diclofenac Sodium

There are a number of situations in which diclofenac sodium should not be taken, as well as several precautions and warnings people should be aware of before taking the drug. However, it is possible that not all precautions and warnings with diclofenac sodium were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your healthcare provider about any specific precautions and warnings that may apply to you.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;