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Prevention of NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcer
Approved treatments
- Nexium · AstraZeneca
- Cytotec · Pfizer
Diclofenac inhibits COX-1/COX-2 to reduce prostaglandins; misoprostol is PGE1 analog protecting gastric mucosa. - Cytotec · Generic (originally Searle/Pfizer)
Synthetic prostaglandin E1 analog that protects gastric mucosa by inhibiting acid secretion and stimulating mucus/bicarbonate, also causes uterine contraction.
Clinical guidelines
- FDA label — 1L
Misoprostol is indicated for the prevention of NSAID-induced gastric ulcers in patients at high risk of developing these ulcers.
Competitive intelligence
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Frequently asked questions about Prevention of NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcer
What drugs treat Prevention of NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcer?
Tracked treatments include Nexium, Cytotec.
What is the treatment for Prevention of NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcer?
Standard treatment for Prevention of NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcer includes Nexium, Cytotec. See the treatment landscape page for first-line, second-line and salvage options.
What are the treatment guidelines for Prevention of NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcer?
FDA label publishes guidelines for Prevention of NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcer. 1 guideline references tracked.
Related
- Treatment landscape: Prevention of NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcer patent cliff · Prevention of NSAID-Induced Gastric Ulcer CI report
- Treatment: Nexium · AstraZeneca
- Treatment: Cytotec · Pfizer
- Treatment: Cytotec · Generic (originally Searle/Pfizer)
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