Relafen Precautions and Warnings

Some Relafen precautions and warnings to be aware of include possible side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding, kidney or liver damage, and cardiovascular events like a heart attack or stroke. Also, since Relafen can potentially interact with a number of other medicines, you should let your doctor know about every drug you are currently taking in order to reduce the risk of interactions.

Relafen Information

Relafen: What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?

Prior to taking Relafen^® (nabumetone), you should talk with your healthcare provider if you have:

Asthma
Heart disease, including congestive heart failure
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Liver disease or liver failure
Kidney disease or kidney failure
Bleeding problems (or are taking medicine that decreases the ability of your blood to clot)
Diabetes
Stomach ulcers, stomach bleeding, or a history of either condition
Any allergies to medicines, including aspirin or other NSAID pain medicines.

Let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant
Are breastfeeding
Drink alcohol frequently
Smoke
Are having or have recently had heart surgery.

Also, tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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