Diclofenac is a non-steroidal ant-inflammatory drug.[1] It can be used as an analgesic and antipyretic. It is often used to treat bruises and strain injuiries.[2] Research experiments conducted in 2013, showed that Diclofenac increased the risk of heart attacks and stroke.[3]
References
- ↑ Diclofenac — a useful drug that may now be entering its twilight years. Pharmaceutical Journal. Retrieved 2017-10-19.
- ↑ Diclofenac: an update on its mechanism of action and safety profile. Current Medical Research and Opinion({Template:Date).
- ↑ Research highlights widespread global use of diclofenac, despite cardiovascular risks. www.qmul.ac.uk. Retrieved 2017-10-19.