Prostaglandin Analog To Prevent NSAID-induced Peptic Ulcer

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Brand Name	Generic Name
Cytotec	misoprostol

Combination medicines

Brand Name	Generic Name
Arthrotec	misoprostol and diclofenac sodium

Misoprostol is taken two times a day, or four times a day in divided doses.

Arthrotec is a medicine that contains both an NSAID (diclofenac) and misoprostol.

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Last updated:	January 07, 2008
Author:	Monica Rhodes
Reviewed By:	Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine, Andrew H. Soll, MD - Gastroenterology
Editors:	Kathleen M. Ariss, MS, Pat Truman, MATC

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