Drug interactions
Diclofenac + Edoxaban
Severity: Major
Diclofenac and Edoxaban: major interaction.
Last updated Sources: US FDA label
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Summary
Concurrent use of diclofenac with edoxaban increases the risk of bleeding, including GI bleeding. NSAIDs impair platelet function and irritate the mucosa on top of the anticoagulant effect.
What this interaction means in plain words
Diclofenac and Edoxaban 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.
Diclofenac belongs to Musculoskeletal; Edoxaban belongs to Cardiovascular.
Why it happens
Additive hemostatic impairment from factor Xa inhibition and NSAID platelet inhibition with mucosal injury.
What to do
Avoid regular NSAID use during edoxaban therapy and use paracetamol where possible; if unavoidable, consider gastroprotection and monitor for bleeding and anemia.
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
Other interactions of Edoxaban
- Apixaban + Edoxaban Contraindicated
- Defibrotide + Edoxaban Contraindicated
- Edoxaban + Ketorolac Contraindicated
- Abciximab + Edoxaban Major
- Acetylsalicylic acid + Edoxaban Major
- Argatroban + Edoxaban Major
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Diclofenac with Edoxaban?
MediHelp rates the interaction as major. Diclofenac and Edoxaban 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. Concurrent use of diclofenac with edoxaban increases the risk of bleeding, including GI bleeding. NSAIDs impair platelet function and irritate the mucosa on top of the anticoagulant effect.
How serious is the interaction between Diclofenac and Edoxaban?
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 regular NSAID use during edoxaban therapy and use paracetamol where possible; if unavoidable, consider gastroprotection and monitor for bleeding and anemia.
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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