Which drug is more effective for inflammation and severe back pain – Doloxib or DicloDuo Combi?

At the outset, it should be noted that the drugs mentioned in the question: Doloxib (celecoxib) and Dicloduo Combi (dicofenac + omeprazole) are subject to prescription, so the legitimacy and need for use in therapy should be determined by a doctor.

Both drugs have analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects, but differ in their active substance and mechanism of action. Doloxib contains celecoxib, a selective COX-2 inhibitor drug that is anti-inflammatory and gentler on the stomach. DicloDuo Combi contains diclofenac and omeprazole – a classic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug combined with a drug that protects the gastric mucosa.

If you have stomach problems, Doloxib may be a better choice, while DicloDuo Combi may work faster for acute pain. The choice of medication should be discussed with your doctor, taking into account comorbidities.

As a pharmacist, I advise against the simultaneous use of Doloxib and DicloDuo Combi, because both drugs belong to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and their combination increases the risk of serious side effects, especially: damage to the gastric and intestinal mucosa (even despite the presence of omeprazole), bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract, kidney damage, or increased blood pressure.

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