Zolfin 100 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 4.00 (10 x 10: ৳ 400.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 40.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Aceclofenac |
| Company | Beximco pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Relief of pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis
- Relief of pain and inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis
- Relief of pain and inflammation in ankylosing spondylitis
- Relief of toothache
- Relief of trauma
- Relief of lumbago
Pharmacology
- Aceclofenac is a non-steroidal drug with anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties
- Potent inhibitor of the enzyme cyclooxygenase
- Involved in the production of prostaglandin
- Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
Dosage & Administration
- Extended release tablet: Recommended adult dose is one 200 mg tablet daily
- Film coated tablet: Recommended adult dose is 100 mg, twice daily
Interaction
- No significant drug interactions observed
- Close monitoring required with lithium and digoxin
- Interaction with diuretics
- Enhancement of anticoagulant activity
- Increase in plasma level of methotrexate
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity
- Contraindicated in patients where aspirin or NSAIDs precipitate attacks of asthma
Side Effects
- Non-steroidal drug with anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties
- Potent inhibitor of the enzyme cyclooxygenase
- Involved in the production of prostaglandin
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoided in pregnancy and lactation unless benefits outweigh risks to the fetus
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with active or suspected peptic ulcer or gastro-intestinal bleeding
- Caution in patients with moderate to severe hepatic impairment
- Caution in patients with cardiac or renal impairment
- Caution in patients suffering from dizziness or urticaria
Use in Special Populations
- No clinical data on the use of Zolfin in children
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for Osteoarthritis
- Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children