Diclofam Plus Tablet 10'S

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Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Diclofenac 50 mg+Paracetamol 325 mg

Manufacturer

Abbott Healthcare Pvt Ltd (Generics)

Variant

10 Tablet(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is a combination of Diclofenac and Paracetamol which belongs to the group of medicines called Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used to manage various conditions associated with pain and inflammation such as rheumatoid arthritis (chronic inflammatory condition of joints), ankylosing spondylitis (chronic inflammatory disease of the spine) and osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disorder which is categorized by swelling, stiffness, and painful joints). DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET can also be used in the management of ear and throat pain, muscle pain, back pain, tooth ache, mensural pain, post-operative or post -traumatic pain and also athletic injuries. Your doctor may perform complete blood test especially in patients undergoing long term management with this medicine to know your existing condition. Along with the management your doctor may also monitor for signs and symptoms for gastrointestinal bleeding. Before taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET, inform your doctor if you have blood clotting disorders, diabetes (high blood sugar), habit of smoking, or raised levels of cholesterol. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET because it might aggravate your existing symptoms. DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having kidney, liver or heart diseases, stomach or intestinal ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, or inflammatory intestinal disorders such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. Consult your doctor before taking it. DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women especially in third trimester and in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it. DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in children below 10 years of age and should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking. The most common

Uses

OF DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET It is used to manage various conditions associated with pain and inflammation

How It Works

DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET helps in relieving pain and inflammation where Diclofenac and Paracetamol are Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs which works by inhibiting the production of a chemical called prostaglandins in the body which are responsible for causing pain and swelling in the body.

Directions for Use

Take DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects

DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET are nausea, stomach pain, diarrhoea and indigestion. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects worsens or doesn’t improve. USES OF DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET It is used to manage various conditions associated with pain and inflammation HOW DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET WORKSDICLOFAM PLUS TABLET helps in relieving pain and inflammation where Diclofenac and Paracetamol are Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs which works by inhibiting the production of a chemical called prostaglandins in the body which are responsible for causing pain and swelling in the body. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF DICLOFAM PLUS TABLETCOMMON Nausea vomiting Gastrointestinal problems such as stomach pain, heartburn, burping, diarrhoea, constipation Loss of appetite Rashes and itching Flatulence Ulcers in the stomach or intestines Headache Dizziness Difficulty in sleeping UNCOMMON Swelling of the mouth Swollen ankles and legs due to water retention Abnormal and unexpected bleeding from vagina Infection of the vagina causing itching, burning, pain, soreness, especially during intercourse or urination Menstrual irregularities Low platelets count leading to bleeding or bruising Purpura (purple spots on the skin) and hives Blurred vision High blood pressure Tiredness and feeling shaky Ringing in the ears Anxiety, depression Tingling or pricking sensation in the body Mouth ulcers Dry mouth RARE Signs of liver inflammation (such as yellowish discolouration of skin, headache, fever, chills, and weakness) Signs of pancreatic inflammation (such as severe pain in the abdomen and back) Signs of lung inflammation (such as coughing, increased sputum) Breast pain Vomiting of blood Worsening of ulcerative colitis (inflammation of lower intestine) Damage to the oesophagus (part of digestive tract) Swelling of the tongue Low blood pressure Hair loss Increased sensitivity to light Nightmares Stop taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: Swelling of the ankles, feet, hands, lips or throat which may cause swallowing or breathing difficulties Weakness or difficulty to move one side of the body, slurred speech, heart failure, or palpitation and shortness of breath Signs of decreased white blood cells in the blood (such as infections, fever, chills, sore throat and flu-like symptoms) Signs of stomach problems (such as severe stomach pain, bleeding, rupture in the intestines or stomach causing black or blood-stained stools and vomiting blood) Signs of serious skin reactions (such as rashes, blistering or peeling of the skin (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), exfoliative dermatitis and toxic epidermal necrolysis) Signs of serious allergic reactions (such as rashes, swelling of the face, wheezing, difficulty in breathing and anaphylactic shock) Jaundice (yellowish discolouration of skin and whites of the eyes) Reduction in the number of blood platelets (increased chance of bleeding or bruising) Symptoms of meningitis (stiff neck, headache, nausea, vomiting, fever or loss of consciousness)

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedDICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is not recommended for pregnant women especially in the third trimester as it may cause miscarriage. Women of childbearing potential should use a suitable contraceptive method to avoid getting pregnant while taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedDICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk and may cause adverse effects in fetus. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel headache, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness after taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET because it might aggravate your existing symptoms. KIDNEYConsult your doctorDICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is patients not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease such as kidney failure. DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET should be used with caution in patients having other kidney diseases. Consult your doctor before taking. LIVERConsult your doctorDICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease such as liver failure. [GBNKEYOWRD] should be used with caution in patients having other liver diseases. Consult your doctor before taking. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET if you are allergic to Diclofenac, Paracetamol, Aspirin, any other NSAIDs or any other ingredients of this medicine. HEART DISEASEContraindicatedDICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is not recommended in patients having heart diseases such as congestive heart failure, stroke, mini-stroke, ischemic heart disease (narrowing of arteries causing poor blood flow) peripheral arterial disease or those patients recovering from heart surgery (coronary artery bypass graft surgery). Consult your doctor before taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedDICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in children below 10 years of age. Consult with your child’s doctor before giving it to your child. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionDICLOFAM PLUS TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years) because of increased risk of side-effects. Consult your doctor before taking. OTHERSDICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use if you: Have stomach or intestinal ulcers Have gastrointestinal bleeding Have inflammatory intestinal disorders such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis Are dehydrated Before taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET, inform your doctor if you: Have a history of dyspepsia (indigestion) Have blood clotting disorders Have diabetes (high blood sugar) Have a habit of smoking Have cholesterol

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: Aspirin, ibuprofen (used to manage pain, inflammation, osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis) Diuretics such as spironolactone, furosemide (used to manage excess fluid in the body) Cyclosporine or tacrolimus (used for immune system suppression such as after transplants) Lithium (used to manage some types of depression), citalopram, fluoxetine (used to manage anxiety and depression) Digoxin, amiodarone (used to manage an irregular heartbeat and/or heart failure), ramipril, atorvastatin (used to manage high blood pressure) Warfarin (used to reduce blood clotting) Metformin, sitagliptin (used to control blood sugar) Methotrexate (used to manage rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and leukaemia) Steroids such as prednisolone (used as anti-inflammatory medicines) Magnesium-containing antacids (used to manage heartburn, indigestion) Gatifloxacin, moxifloxacin, or chloramphenicol (used to manage some infections) Ketoconazole, fluconazole, miconazole, voriconazole (used to manage fungal infections) Sulphinpyrazole (used to manage gout) Mifepristone (used to terminate pregnancy) Metoclopramide, domperidone (used for nausea or sickness) Colestyramine (used for high cholesterol or high blood fats) Imatinib (used to manage certain cancers) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are lethargy, confusion, disorientation, excitation, coma, tinnitus (ringing in ears) nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, drowsiness, black or bloody stools, coughing blood, shallow breathing and fainting. SYNOPSIS Drug : Diclofenac, Paracetamol Pharmacological Category : Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Therapeutic Indication : Pain and Inflammation Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATIONSTORAGE Keep DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET out of reach of children Store DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET at room temperature below 30°C

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions and answers about Diclofam Plus Tablet 10'S.

Q

How does DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET works on my body?

A

DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET acts as an anti-inflammatory agent as well as a painkiller. It works by inhibiting the production of a chemical called prostaglandins in the body. Which are responsible for causing pain and swelling in the body. As a result, it reduces various pain and swelling in joints.

Q

Is DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET advised to be taken in pregnancy?

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No. DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women especially in the third trimester of pregnancy because it may cross the placenta and cause malformations in the fetus. Women of childbearing potential should use a suitable non-hormonal contraceptive method to avoid getting pregnant while taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET.

Q

Does DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET affects my ability to drive?

A

Do not drive or operate any machines if you feel headache, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness after taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET. You can continue doing your activities as soon as you feel normal again.

Q

Can DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET cause diarrhoea?

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Diarrhoea is the most common problem while taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET and is occasionally severe. You have less chance of getting diarrhoea if you take DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET with food. If you take an antacid (used to reduce acid in the stomach) you should avoid antacids with magnesium in them as these may make diarrhoea worse. Discuss with your doctor.

Q

Do I need to undergo any tests while taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET?

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DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET may lead to an increase in blood pressure and so, your doctor may advise you to monitor your blood pressure on a regular basis. If you have heart, liver or kidney problems, your doctor will advise regular monitoring of the same.

Q

Can DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET be used in elderly patients?

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DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years) because of the increased risk of side effects such as gastrointestinal (GI) adverse events, including inflammation, bleeding, ulceration and perforation of the stomach or intestines. Consult your doctor before taking DICLOFAM PLUS TABLET.

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Last Updated

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