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What is Clinoril and why is it prescribed? Clinoril, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, is used to relieve the inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. It is also used to treat bursitis, tendinitis, acute gouty arthritis, and other types of pain. The safety and effectiveness of Clinoril in the treatment of people with severe, incapacitating rheumatoid arthritis has not been established. You should have frequent checkups with your doctor if you take Clinoril regularly. Ulcers or internal bleeding can occur without warning. How should you take Clinoril? Follow your doctors directions for taking Clinoril. If you are using Clinoril for arthritis, it should be taken regularly. If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never take two doses at the same time. Do not store Clinoril in damp places like the bathroom. Are there any Clinoril side effects? Clinoril side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Clinoril side effects may include abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dizziness, gas, headache, indigestion, itching, loss of appetite, nausea, nervousness, rash, ringing in ears, stomach cramps, swelling due to fluid retention, and vomiting. Less common or rare Clinoril side effects may include abdominal bleeding, abdominal inflammation, anemia, appetite change, bloody diarrhea, blurred vision, change in color of urine, chest pain, colitis, congestive heart failure, depression, fever, hair loss, hearing loss, hepatitis, high blood pressure, inability to sleep, inflammation of lips and tongue, kidney failure, liver failure, loss of sense of taste, low blood pressure, muscle and joint pain, nosebleed, painful urination, pancreatitis, peptic ulcer, sensitivity to light, shortness of breath, skin eruptions, sleepiness, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, vaginal bleeding, weakness, and yellow eyes and skin. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Clinoril? If Clinoril is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Clinoril with Aspirin, Blood thinners (such as Coumadin), Cyclosporine (Sandimmune), Diflunisal (Dolobid), Dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), Lithium, Loop diuretics (such as Lasix), Methotrexate, Oral diabetes medications, Other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (Aleve, Motrin, others), or The anti-gout medication Benemid. Are there any special warnings about Clinoril? Stomach ulcers and bleeding can occur without warning, especially if you are 65 or older. These and other side effects are also more likely if you have poor kidney function. Clinoril should be used with caution if you have kidney or liver disease. It can cause liver inflammation in some people. Do not take aspirin or any other anti-inflammatory medications while taking Clinoril, unless your doctor tells you to do so. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as Clinoril can hide the signs and symptoms of an infection. Be sure your doctor knows about any infection you may have. Clinoril can cause vision problems. If you experience a change in your vision, inform your doctor. If you have heart disease or high blood pressure, this drug can increase water retention. Use with caution. If you develop pancreatitis, Clinoril should be stopped immediately and not restarted. Clinoril may cause you to become drowsy or less alert. |
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