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Diclofenac ophthalmic Disease Interactions

There are 2 disease interactions with diclofenac ophthalmic.

Major

NSAIDs (applies to diclofenac ophthalmic) asthma

Major Potential Hazard, High plausibility.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are contraindicated in patients with history of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs; severe, sometimes fatal, anaphylactic reactions to NSAIDs have been reported in such patients. A subpopulation of patients with asthma may have aspirin-sensitive asthma which may include chronic rhinosinusitis complicated by nasal polyps, severe potentially fatal bronchospasm, and/or intolerance to aspirin and other NSAIDs. Since cross-reactivity between aspirin and other NSAIDs has been reported in such aspirin-sensitive patients, therapy with any NSAID should be avoided in patients with this form of aspirin sensitivity. NSAIDs should be used with caution in patients with preexisting asthma (without known aspirin sensitivity), and these patients should be monitored for changes in the signs and symptoms of asthma.

References

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  2. "Product Information. Nalfon (fenoprofen)." Xspire Pharma (2002):
  3. "Product Information. Indocin (indomethacin)." Merck & Company Inc (2002):
  4. "Product Information. Orudis (ketoprofen)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories (2002):
  5. "Product Information. Naprosyn (naproxen)." Syntex Laboratories Inc (2002):
  6. "Product Information. Clinoril (sulindac)." Merck & Company Inc (2001):
  7. "Product Information. Tolectin (tolmetin)." McNeil Pharmaceutical (2001):
  8. "Product Information. Voltaren (diclofenac)." Novartis Pharmaceuticals (2001):
  9. "Product Information. Relafen (nabumetone)." SmithKline Beecham (2001):
  10. "Product Information. Feldene (piroxicam)." Pfizer U.S. Pharmaceuticals (2001):
  11. "Product Information. Ansaid (flurbiprofen)." Pharmacia and Upjohn (2001):
  12. "Product Information. Lodine (etodolac)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories (2001):
  13. "Product Information. Daypro (oxaprozin)." Searle (2001):
  14. "Product Information. Celebrex (celecoxib)." Searle (2001):
  15. "Product Information. Mobic (meloxicam)." Boehringer-Ingelheim (2001):
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Moderate

Ophthalmic NSAIDs (applies to diclofenac ophthalmic) platelet inhibition

Moderate Potential Hazard, Low plausibility. Applicable conditions: Coagulation Defect, Thrombocytopathy, Thrombocytopenia, Bleeding, Vitamin K Deficiency

Topically applied nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are systemically absorbed, with the potential for producing rare but clinically significant systemic effects. NSAIDs have been shown to reversibly inhibit platelet adhesion and aggregation and may slightly prolong bleeding time in healthy individuals. These effects may be more pronounced in patients with underlying hemostatic abnormalities. Thrombocytopenia has also been reported rarely during NSAID use. Therapy with ocular NSAIDs should be administered cautiously in patients with significant active bleeding or a hemorrhagic diathesis, including hemostatic and/or coagulation defects associated with hemophilia, vitamin K deficiency, hypoprothrombinemia, thrombocytopenia, thrombocytopathy, or severe hepatic impairment.

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  21. "Product Information. Voltaren (diclofenac)." Ciba Vision Ophthalmics (2001):
  22. "Product Information. Ocufen (flurbiprofen ophthalmic)." Allergan Inc (2022):
  23. "Product Information. Profenal (suprofen ophthalmic)." Alcon Laboratories Inc (2022):
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Diclofenac ophthalmic drug interactions

There are 73 drug interactions with diclofenac ophthalmic.

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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