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Does Taking Diclofenac Cause Heart Attack?
hi, i have been taking diclofenac for some years now,( i have problems with my knees), but now the surgery have stopped them and given me another anti infammatory, they say that diclofenac causses heart attacks, is this true ? as i found them really effective for my pain, thanks david dodsworth.
Fri, 19 Sep 2014
Hi,
It has been recommended that patients with serious underlying heart conditions, such as heart failure, heart disease, circulatory problems or a previous heart attack or stroke should avoid diclofenac. This is because there has been shown to be a slight increase in heart attacks and strokes in patients who take diclofenac.
There are a number of alternative non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs that may be considered in place of diclofenac for pain relief.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
It has been recommended that patients with serious underlying heart conditions, such as heart failure, heart disease, circulatory problems or a previous heart attack or stroke should avoid diclofenac. This is because there has been shown to be a slight increase in heart attacks and strokes in patients who take diclofenac.
There are a number of alternative non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs that may be considered in place of diclofenac for pain relief.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
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