Precautions and Warnings With Nabumetone

There are many precautions and warnings to be aware of with nabumetone. For example, before taking nabumetone, you should let your healthcare provider know if you have diabetes, bleeding problems, or heart disease -- including congestive heart failure -- among other things. Also, nabumetone may contribute to high blood pressure and cause anemia, liver damage, or a heart attack or stroke in some people. Be sure to talk with your healthcare provider about any other warnings that may apply to you.

Nabumetone Tablets

What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider Before Taking Nabumetone?

Prior to taking nabumetone (Relafen^®), you should talk with your healthcare provider if you have:

Asthma
Heart disease, including congestive heart failure
High blood pressure (hypertension)
Liver disease or liver failure
Kidney disease or kidney failure
Bleeding problems (or are taking medicine that decreases the ability of your blood to clot)
Diabetes
Stomach ulcers, stomach bleeding, or a history of either condition
Any allergies to medicines, including aspirin or other NSAID pain medicines.

Let your healthcare provider know if you:

Are pregnant or thinking about becoming pregnant
Are breastfeeding
Drink alcohol frequently
Smoke
Are having or have recently had heart surgery.

Also, tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

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