Tolpa D Tablet
About Tolpa D Tablet
Tolpa-D is a prescription drug that is manufactured by micro labs limited. It is composed of diclofenac 50 mg and serratiopeptidase 10mg. It is a non-steroidal drug which is used to alleviate symptoms of arthritis. This medication is prescribed when the patient has severe pain, inflammation, stiffness, joint pain, and swelling.
This Tablet decreases the hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body, it blocks the chemicals causing pain and swelling. The side effects of this drug include a headache, belly pain, upset stomach or throwing up, though this can be taken care by proper diet and hydration. Since it doesn’t contain steroids, it is safer to use than other drugs containing steroids. The drug can also be used to treat muscle pain due to injury, painful menstrual cramps, ankylosing spondylitis and migraines.
It is not prescribed to patients who are about to undergo a bypass heart surgery or have an allergy to other anti-inflammatory painkillers. Patients who suffer from heart diseases are suggested to consult the doctor before the start of this medication. Patients who suffer from hypertension, high cholesterol levels, diabetes, asthma or a bleeding disorder are prone to a heart attack while under this medication. Smokers, alcoholics, and women who are trying to conceive should avoid this medication as there can be harmful side effects.
What are the uses of Tolpa D Tablet
Muscle Stiffness
Bone And Joint Pain
Cramps
What are the contraindications of Tolpa D Tablet ?
Heart Diseases
Bleeding Disorders
Peptic Ulcer
What are the side effects of Tolpa D Tablet ?
Nausea Or Vomiting
Key highlights of Tolpa D Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of a tablet lasts well up to 11 to 12 hours after intake, therefore the recommended dosage per day should not exceed two tablets.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of the drug is felt within half an hour after the intake. It provides near-instant action and surpasses the pain in the affected area.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
It is not at all recommend for pregnant women as it can damage the fetus. If you are planning on getting pregnant then you should consult your doctor. It is not safe to use this drug if you are expecting.
Is it habit forming?
This drug is not addictive and does not show any habit-forming tendencies.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This drug is not recommended for lactating women as the drug can pass through milk and harm the baby. Consult your doctor if you have further queries or you can look for safer alternatives.
Is It safe with alcohol?
Interaction with alcohol is not known. Consult your doctor if you have any queries.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Though it is not known to cause drowsiness, one should not drive or operate heavy machinery while under the effect of this drug.
Does this affect kidney function?
Though it is not known to directly affect kidney functioning, it is not recommended to patients who are suffering from severe kidney impairment as it may alter the functioning of the kidneys.
Does this affect liver function?
There have been no reports of the interaction of the drug with liver, it is still not recommended for patients who are suffering from severe liver impairment as it may alter the functioning of the kidney.
What are the substitutes for Tolpa D Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Tolpa D Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Bludec Sp 50 Mg/10 Mg Tablet
Seagull Labs (I) Pvt Ltd
- V 2 50 mg/10 mg Tablet
Dr. Johns Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Fenase Tablet
Lifeline Remedies India Pvt Ltd
- Decifen Sp 50Mg/10Mg Tablet
Medley Pharmaceuticals
- Eudase D Tablet
Captab Biotec
- Serataur D 10 Tablet
Taurus Laboratories Pvt Ltd
- Aldase-D Tablet
Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Diser 50 mg/10 mg Tablet
Kee Pharma
- Sn 15 Plus Tablet
Serum Institute Of India Ltd
- Denzo 50 Mg/10 Mg Tablet
Algen Healthcare Pvt Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you have missed a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it’s time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue normally. Try and not to miss more than one dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
If there is a severe case of overdose, rush to the nearest medical emergency room and consult your doctor.
How does this medication work?
Tolpa D Tablet inhibits an enzyme named Cyclooxygenase which is responsible for the formation of prostaglandin. Prostaglandin is a major contributor to the process of inflammation and pain sensation in the body. The other ingredient of the medicine facilitates the breakdown of proteins and reduces the formation of mucous and relieves inflammation.
What are the interactions of Tolpa D 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
Interaction with alcohol is not known, however, consult your doctor before you start this medication.
Interaction with Medicine
The drugs they do not react very well with Aliskiren, Aspirin, Diclofenac, enoxaparin, heparin, ibuprofen and losartan. It can increase the chance of side effect or may alter the functioning of the drug itself. Consult your doctor before you start the medication.
Interaction with Disease
The drug interacts severely with coronary and heart diseases, the drug is known the increase the chance of heart.
Interaction with Food
It is recommended to take this medication after food as it increases the effectiveness of the medicine.
FAQs about Tolpa D Tablet
Ques : What is Tolpa d tablet?
Ans : Tolpa tablet belongs to a medicine group that consists of Diclofenac Potassium and Serratiopeptidase as active ingredients present. It is used for the treatment of Joints, Back and dental pain. This tablet prescribed to the patients having Gout attacks and Migraine. It also cures Sports injuries, Blood clots, and Menstrual Cramps.
Ques : What is the use of Tolpa d tablet?
Ans : Tolpa d is used for the treatment of Muscles aches, swelling, and Migraine. It is also used to cure Ear infections and Gout attacks. This tablet controls Muscle stiffness, Sport injuries, and blood clots. This medicine improves sore throat, back pain, and Menstrual cramps.
Ques : What are the side effects of Tolpa d tablet?
Ans : Tolpa tablet has many common side effects such as Nausea and Headache. There are some serious side effects of this medicine like Diarrhea and Vomiting. In case of patients, having any of the side effects or issues like Gas, Dizziness or Drowsiness. It is advised to stop the consumption of this tablet and contact to doctor as soon as possible.
Ques : For what treatment Tolpa d tablet used for?
Ans : Tolpa is used for the treatment of Muscle stiffness, swelling and Sport injuries. It is also used to cure Ear infections and Gout attacks. Tolpa d controls Migraine, Dental pain, and blood clots. This medicine improves sore throat, back pain, and Menstrual cramps.
Ques : How long do I need to use tolpa d tablet 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, 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. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to consume this medication.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use tolpa d tablet?
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. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.
Ques : Should I use tolpa d tablet 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.
Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of tolpa d tablet?
Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light. Keep this medication away from the reach of children. It is advised to dispose of the expired or unused medication, for avoiding its inadequate effect.
References
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DICLOFENAC SODIUM- diclofenac solution- Drugs Bank [Internet]. drugsbanks.com. 2016 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:
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Serrapeptase- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:
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