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Acefen P 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

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Manufacturer :  Makers Laboratories Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Aceclofenac, Paracetamol
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Acefen P 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

This tablet is a combination of two non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is prescribed for people with painful rheumatic conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.

This medication works by blocking the effect of cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes. It makes chemical prostaglandins at sites of injury or damage, causing pain, swelling, and inflammation. This eases pain and reduces inflammation. It should not be given during pregnancy or to mothers that are breastfeeding. You should not be taking this medication if –

  • You are allergic to this tablet or other anti-inflammatory pain killers
  • You ever had a problem with stomach or duodenal bleeding, such as an ulcer
  • You have a heart condition or impaired kidney or liver function
  • You are pregnant or breastfeeding a baby
  • You have high blood pressure or blood clotting problems

    What are the uses of Acefen P 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Acefen P 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Acefen P 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Acefen P 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      This medication is excreted in urine and the effect lasts for a duration of 12 to 16 hours.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The peak effect of this medication can be observed in 1.5 to 3 hours after oral administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medication is not recommended for pregnant women.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medication is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

    What are the substitutes for Acefen P 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Acefen P 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. However, the missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for your next dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      A doctor should be contacted immediately if an overdose of this medication is suspected.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that helps relieve pain. Prostaglandins are responsible for pain, inflammation, swelling and fever. Aceclofenac inhibits the action of cyclooxygenase in the brain which is involved in the production of prostaglandins.

      What are the interactions of Acefen P 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Ethanol

        This medication should not be consumed with alcohol. Symptoms of stomach bleeding (such as the presence of dried and coffee colored blood in cough or stools) should be reported to the doctor immediately.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Lab

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        This medication interacts with Carbamazepine, Lithium, Phenytoin, Sodium Nitrite and others.
      • Interaction with Food

        Food

        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        This medication interacts with Alcoholism, Liver Disease and others.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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