Aceclofenac And Paracetamol Tablets

About Aceclofenac And Paracetamol Tablets

What is Aceclofenac for:

It is prescribed for fever, pain and arthritis

How does Aceclofenac work:

It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), that blocks the action of a substance in the body (cyclo-oxygenase), which may cause pain and swelling

How should Aceclofenac be used:

To gain the most benefit, take the medicine daily or as prescribed by your doctor. It is usually taken twice a day. Take it with food.

Common side effects of Aceclofenac :

Indigestion, heartburn, dyspepsia, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain and flatulence.

What do I do if I miss a dose

Take a missed dose as soon as you think about it. If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time. Many times this drug is taken on an as needed basis.

What precautions should I take when taking Aceclofenac :

Inform your doctor is you suffer from history of peptic ulceration, cerebrovascular bleeding, ulcerative colitis, crohns disease, systemic lupus erythmatosus, porphyria, haematopoietic or coagulation disorders. The dose will be adjusted in people with hepatic, renal or cardiac function impairment.

When do I need to seek medical help

Do not take the drug if you had an allergic reaction to the medication in the past. Stop taking this drug and seek emergency medical attention if you experience an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; rash; wheezing; itching; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives).

Can I take Aceclofenac with other medicines:

Inform you doctor is you are taking lithium, digoxin, diuretics or ACE inhibitors. Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.

Are there any food restrictions

Avoid Alcohol

How do I store Aceclofenac :

Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.

Pregnancy Category

Category N : Not yet classified.

Therapeutic Classification

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), Non- Analgesics & Antipyretics

What is Paracetamol for:

It is used to used to relieve mild to moderate pain and to reduce fever.

How does Paracetamol work:

Paracetamol blocks chemicals that cause pain. It lowers fever by changing the bodys thermostat in the brain.

How should Paracetamol be used:

Take this as directed by your doctor. Do not take more than instructed by your doctor. Never take more than 1000 mg at any one time and no more than 4 times in one day. The dose for a child is different from the adult dose. Be sure to check with your doctor or pharmacist before giving this medicine to a child. It may be taken with or without food. If you need pain relief fast, take it on an empty stomach as food may slow down the absorption. You may stop taking it when you have no more pain or fever. Take it only when you need to.

Common side effects of Paracetamol :

Upset stomach or throwing up. Harm to the liver may rarely happen.

What do I do if I miss a dose

Many times this drug is taken on an as needed basis.

What precautions should I take when taking Paracetamol :

Do not take this drug if you had an allergy to this or similar drugs in the past. Do not take it if you have liver or kidney failure.

When do I need to seek medical help

Seek help if you are having an allergic reaction to the drug. Signs include rash, difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, face, tongue; or hives. Symptoms of an overdose may include nausea; vomiting; loss of appetite; sweating; extreme tiredness; unusual bleeding or bruising; pain in the stomach; yellowing of the skin. Contact an emergency centre immediately if you suspect overdose.

Can I take Paracetamol with other medicines:

Alert your doctor if you are taking blood-thinning medicines such as warfarin.

Are there any food restrictions

Avoid Alcohol

How do I store Paracetamol :

Store in a cool, dry place away from the reach of children. - Medicines must not be used past the expiry date.

Pregnancy Category

Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.

Therapeutic Classification

Non- Analgesics & Antipyretics