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Retain 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

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Manufacturer :  Idol Biotech
Medicine Composition :  Aceclofenac, Paracetamol
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Retain 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

This medication is a combination of two non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It blocks the effect of cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes. Also, it makes chemical prostaglandins at sites of injury or damage, causing pain, swelling, and inflammation. This eases pain and reduces inflammation.

This tablet is prescribed for people with painful rheumatic conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.

Alcohol should not be consumed with this medication. It interacts with certain other medicines like lithium, digoxin, corticosteroids and antihypertensives and certain diseases like asthma, gastro-intestinal toxicity. The duration and amount of medicine should be followed as per the doctor’s prescription.

    What are the uses of Retain 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Retain 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet ?

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

    Key highlights of Retain 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 Retain 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet ?

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

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • 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. It inhibits the action of cyclooxygenase in the brain which is involved in the production of prostaglandins.

      What are the interactions of Retain 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

        Lithium

        This combination is not recommended due to the risk of an increase in the lithium levels which may lead to adverse effects. Consider taking alternative medicine after consulting your doctor.

        Digoxin

        This combination is not recommended as it increases the Digoxin levels in the body. It, in turn, leads to an increase in Digoxin's effects on the heart. Consider taking alternative medicine after consulting your doctor.

        Corticosteroids

        Use with caution as this combination will increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Inform the doctor if you are taking either of the medicines. Consider taking alternative medicine after consulting your doctor.

        Antihypertensives

        If you are taking Antihypertensives with this medication, then you are at increased risk of kidney damage. This interaction is more likely to happen in the elderly population. Regular monitoring of kidney function is necessary. Advised to maintain adequate hydration and food intake.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Asthma

        This medication should not be taken if you have NSAID-sensitive asthma. Any such history should be reported to the doctor so that appropriate substitution can be done.

        Gastrointestinal Toxicity

        This medication and other NSAIDs should be taken after consulting a doctor especially if the intended duration is longer than a month. Any symptom indicating ulceration and bleeding like chronic indigestion, appearance of coffee colored dry blood in stools or vomiting of blood should be reported immediately.

        Impaired Kidney Function

        This medication should be taken after consulting a doctor if you suffering from a kidney disease. Suitable adjustment in dosage and monitoring of kidney functions is required in such situations.
      • Interaction with Food

        Food

        Information not available.

      FAQs about Retain 100 Mg/500 Mg Tablet

      • Ques : what is aceclofenac?

        Ans : This medication belongs to the class of drugs known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It contains Aceclofenac as an active ingredient. This medication works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation.

      • Ques : what is the use of aceclofenac?

        Ans : This medication is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, stiffness, and pain associated with ankylosing spondylitis.

      • Ques : what are the side effects of aceclofenac?

        Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this medication. These include abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, and skin rash.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of aceclofenac?

        Ans : This medication should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use aceclofenac before I see improvement in my condition?

        Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 1 week, before noticing an improvement in the condition. But the same duration is not mandatory for everyone and so, it is not a standard time period for this medication's action.

      • Ques : At what frequency do I need to use aceclofenac?

        Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication.

      • Ques : Should I use aceclofenac empty stomach, before food or after food?

        Ans : This medication is advised to be consumed orally. The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken after having food. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.

      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.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      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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