Pylera and Solaraze Topical

• Generic Name: bismuth subcitrate potassium / metronidazole / tetracycline
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Pylera

Pylera contains a combination of bismuth subcitrate potassium, metronidazole, and tetracycline. Bismuth subcitrate potassium is a mineral. Metronidazole and tetracycline are antibiotics that fight bacteria in the body.

Pylera is used to treat peptic ulcer (duodenal ulcer) with Helicobacter pylori infection.

Pylera is usually given together with omeprazole (Prilosec).

• Generic Name: diclofenac topical
• Dosage Forms: gel
• Other Brand Names: DST Plus Pak, Pennsaid, Solaraze, Voltaren Topical, Diclozor, Voltaren, Flector Patch, Klofensaid II, Vopac MDS, Xrylix, Flector, Licart

Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain and other symptoms of arthritis of the joints (eg, osteoarthritis), such as inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain. However, this medicine does not cure osteoarthritis and will help you only as long as you continue to use it.

Diclofenac topical 3% gel is also used to treat actinic keratosis, a skin problem that may become cancerous if not treated. The exact way that topical diclofenac helps this condition is unknown.

Diclofenac topical solution is used to treat pain and swelling caused by osteoarthritis of the knees.

Diclofenac topical patch is used to treat acute pain caused by minor strains, sprains, and contusions (bruises).

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.