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Can Diclofenac Sodium And Dihydrocodeine Be Cause Dizziness?
Hi I was prescribed diclofenac sodium and dihydrocodine for suspected costochondritis, but about an hour and a half after i took them I felt awful: dizziness, unable to concentrate, trouble speaking and thinking properly, etc. My husband said I went really pale and I was very cold. I also felt quite nauseous. Are these common symptoms, and which of the 2 drugs may have caused it? I'd like to be sure in case I'm ever prescribed them again....
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Thu, 3 Jul 2014
Hi,
Your symptoms are due to dihydrocodiene. These are common side effects. Do not take any more but you can carry on taking diclofenac.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
Your symptoms are due to dihydrocodiene. These are common side effects. Do not take any more but you can carry on taking diclofenac.
Regards,
Dr K A Pottinger
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