Drug interactions
Choline magnesium trisalicylate + Diclofenac
Severity: Major
Choline magnesium trisalicylate and Diclofenac: major interaction.
Last updated Sources: US FDA label
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Summary
Combining diclofenac with a salicylate increases gastrointestinal irritation and bleeding risk and may raise the risk of renal impairment. There is no added analgesic benefit from duplicate NSAID-type therapy.
What this interaction means in plain words
Choline magnesium trisalicylate and Diclofenac can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for.
Why it happens
Additive cyclooxygenase inhibition reduces gastric mucosal prostaglandins and platelet function.
What to do
Avoid concurrent use and choose a single agent. If unavoidable, add gastroprotection and monitor for bleeding and renal function.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Does the benefit of taking both outweigh the risk in my case?
- Do I need any blood test, ECG or other check while on both?
- What early warning signs should I watch for, and what should I do if they appear?
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References
Other interactions of Diclofenac
- Diclofenac + Ketorolac Contraindicated
- Diclofenac + Ketorolac intranasal Contraindicated
- Aceclofenac + Diclofenac Major
- Acemetacin + Diclofenac Major
- Alteplase + Diclofenac Major
- Amiloride + Diclofenac Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Choline magnesium trisalicylate with Diclofenac?
MediHelp rates the interaction as major. Choline magnesium trisalicylate and Diclofenac can interact in a way that may be serious. Using them together is sometimes necessary, but it needs a deliberate decision by the prescriber, a plan for monitoring, and clear advice on the warning signs to watch for. Combining diclofenac with a salicylate increases gastrointestinal irritation and bleeding risk and may raise the risk of renal impairment. There is no added analgesic benefit from duplicate NSAID-type therapy.
How serious is the interaction between Choline magnesium trisalicylate and Diclofenac?
MediHelp rates it major, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Avoid concurrent use and choose a single agent. If unavoidable, add gastroprotection and monitor for bleeding and renal function.
What other medicines interact with Diclofenac?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Diclofenac with, for example, Ketorolac, Ketorolac intranasal, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Diclofenac page.
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