Algic LS 0.4% w/v/0.1

Algic LS 0.4% w/v/0.1 is a non-steroidal and anti-inflammatory drug. It is used in the treatment of moderate to severe pain post-surgery or after any other medical procedure. This medication functions by prohibiting certain substances in the body.

On using this medication you may experience side effects such as constipation, nausea, chest pain, vomiting, stomach upset, irregular heartbeat, convulsions, sweating, bloating diarrhoea, cough, gas, dizziness, mouth sores, drowsiness and headache. Should your reactions persist or become severe over time contact your health care provider right away.

Before using this medication tell your doctor if: you are allergic to any ingredient contained within Algic LS 0.4% w/v/0.1, you have any other allergic reactions, you are in the last trimester of your pregnancy or are breastfeeding a baby, you are already taking other prescription or non-prescription drugs, you have a history of ulcers, you have kidney or bleeding problems or kidney failures.

The dosage for this medication should be ideally prescribed by your doctor. This medication is available as an oral tablet, nasal spray and in an injectable solution form. The usual dose in adults for pain treatment is 50 kg or more both for intranasal and parenteral usage.

• Eye Disorder

• Pain

• Allergy

• Nausea

• Diarrhoea

• Allergic Reaction

• Abdominal Pain

• Constipation

• Eye Pain

• Eye Irritation

• Blurred Vision

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  No interaction found

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Algic LS 0.4% w/v/0.1 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Blurring of vision may occur on instillation of eye drops.
  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Algic LS 0.4% w/v/0.1 is CONTRAINDICATED in patients with advanced renal impairment .

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no interaction between liver impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

Algic LS 0.4% w/v/0.1 is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic and antipyretic properties. It works by inhibiting the enzymes cylooxygenase-1 (COX-1) and cylooxygenase-2 (COX-2). This prevents the synthesis of prostaglandins from arachidonic acid which leads to a blockage of pain impulses.