Treating rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis. It is also used to treat menstrual cramps and pain. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. Dolofar is an NSAID. Exactly how it works is not known. It may block certain substances in the body that are linked to inflammation. NSAIDs treat the symptoms of pain and inflammation. They do not treat the disease that causes those symptoms.
Important safety information:
Dolofar may cause dizziness or drowsiness. These effects may be worse if you take it with alcohol or certain medicines. Use Dolofar with caution. Do not drive or perform other possibly unsafe tasks until you know how you react to it.
Serious stomach ulcers or bleeding can occur with the use of Dolofar. Taking it in high doses, for a long time, smoking, or drinking alcohol increases the risk of these side effects. Taking Dolofar with food will NOT reduce the risk of these effects. If you have severe stomach or back pain; black, tarry stools; vomit that looks like blood or coffee grounds; or unusual weight gain or swelling, contact your doctor or emergency room right away.
Do NOT take more than the recommended dose or use for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
Dolofar is an NSAID. Before you start any new medicine, check the label to see if it has an NSAID (eg, ibuprofen) in it too. If it does or if you are not sure, check with your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not take aspirin while you are using Dolofar unless your doctor tells you to.
Lab tests, including kidney function, complete blood cell counts, and blood pressure, may be performed while you use Dolofar. These tests may be used to monitor your condition or check for side effects. Be sure to keep all doctor and lab appointments.
Use Dolofar with caution in the ELDERLY; they may be more sensitive to its effects, especially stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
Dolofar should be used with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 18 years old; safety and effectiveness in these children have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: Dolofar may cause harm to the fetus. Do not use it during the last 3 months of pregnancy. If you think you may be pregnant, contact your doctor. You will need to discuss the benefits and risks of using Dolofar while you are pregnant. It is not known if Dolofar is found in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Dolofar.
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Dolofar side effects
All medicines can cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions ; bloody or black, tarry stools; change in the amount of urine produced; chest pain; confusion; dark urine; depression; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; mental or mood changes; numbness of an arm or leg; one-sided weakness; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin; ringing in the ears; seizures; severe headache or dizziness; severe or persistent stomach pain or nausea; severe vomiting; shortness of breath; sudden or unexplained weight gain; swelling of hands, legs, or feet; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual joint or muscle pain; unusual tiredness or weakness; vision or speech changes; vomit that looks like coffee grounds; yellowing of the skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
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Can Dolofar be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Dolofar?
Some medical conditions may interact with Dolofar. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal product, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
if you have a history of kidney or liver disease, diabetes, or stomach or bowel problems (eg, bleeding, perforation, ulcers)
if you have a history of swelling or fluid buildup, asthma, growths in the nose (nasal polyps), or mouth inflammation
if you have high blood pressure, blood disorders (eg, low blood albumin levels), bleeding or clotting problems, heart problems (eg, heart failure), or blood vessel disease, or if you are at risk for any of these diseases
if you have poor health, dehydration or low fluid volume, or low blood sodium levels, you drink alcohol, or you have a history of alcohol abuse
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Dolofar. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), aspirin, corticosteroids (eg, prednisone), heparin, or selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) (eg, fluoxetine) because risk of stomach bleeding may be increased
Probenecid because it may increase the risk of ketoprofen's side effects
Cyclosporine, lithium, methotrexate, quinolones (eg, ciprofloxacin), or sulfonylureas (eg, glipizide) because the risk of their side effects may be increased by Dolofar
Angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors (eg, enalapril) or diuretics (eg, furosemide, hydrochlorothiazide) because their effectiveness may be decreased by Dolofar
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Dolofar may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Dolofar?
Use Dolofar as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Dolofar comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Dolofar refilled.
Take Dolofar by mouth. It may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Taking it with food may not lower the risk of stomach or bowel problems. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have persistent stomach upset.
Take Dolofar with a full glass of water (8 oz/240 mL) as directed by your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Dolofar and you are taking it regularly, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about the proper use of Dolofar.
Can Dolofar be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Dolofar be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Dolofar, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Dolofar. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.
Patient reports
Patient reported useful
No survey data has been collected yet
Two patients reported side effects
Does the Dolofar Have Any Side Effects? Based on the survey report from users of gmedication.com, about No side effects number of people suffered some side effect after consumption of Dolofar. All drugs have a portion of undesirable side effects. These effects could be irritations too insignificant for the patient to even notice. However, the side effects of drugs may be determined by several factors like severity of disease and conditions associated with individual patients. However, one of the biggest factors is the dosage consumed. The higher the quantity taken by an individual, the greater the healing effect and the corresponding side effect. All patients have their different intensity of side effects. Ensure you consult your health care provider immediately you notice an unusual side effect affect the consumption of Dolofar.
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Patient reported price estimates
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Patient reported frequency of use
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One patient reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used? Dolofar May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
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One patient reported time for results
How long will I use Dolofar before I begin to notice the effect? According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 1 day and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Dolofar. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Dolofar kindly click here
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