Generic name:diflunisal (oral route) [ dye-FLOO-ni-sal ]
Drug classes:Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, Salicylates
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 6, 2022.
Cardiovascular Thrombotic EventsNonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use. Diflunisal tablets are contraindicated in the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery Gastrointestinal RiskNSAIDs cause an increased risk of serious gastrointestinal adverse events including bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestines, which can be fatal. These events can occur at any time during use and without warning symptoms. Elderly patients are at greater risk for serious gastrointestinal events .
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Dolobid
Available Dosage Forms:
- Tablet
Therapeutic Class: Analgesic
Pharmacologic Class: NSAID
Chemical Class: Salicylate, Non-Aspirin
Uses for Dolobid
Diflunisal is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat mild to moderate pain, and helps to relieve symptoms of arthritis (eg, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis), including inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain. This medicine does not cure arthritis and will help you only as long as you continue to take it.
This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.
Before using Dolobid
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For this medicine, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to this medicine or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if..
