Generic name:diclofenac [ dye-KLOE-fen-ak ]
Drug class:Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
What is Cambia?
Cambia is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Diclofenac works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.
Cambia oral powder is used to treat a migraine headache attacks, with or without aura, in adults 18 years of age and older. It is not used to prevent migraine headaches. Do not use Cambia to treat a cluster headache.
Cambia will only treat a headache that has already begun. It will not prevent headaches or reduce the number of attacks.
Warnings
You should not use Cambia if you have a history of allergic reaction to aspirin or NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
Diclofenac can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, especially if you use it long term or take high doses, or if you have heart disease. Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).
Cambia may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal. These conditions can occur without warning while you are using Cambia, especially in older adults.
Before taking this medicine
Cambia may cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal. These conditions can occur without warning while you are using Cambia, especially in older adults.
Diclofenac can also increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, even if you don't have any risk factors. Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).
You should not use Cambia if you are allergic to diclofenac, or if you have ever had an asthma attack or severe allergic reaction after taking <...
