Edifenac 50 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 0.83 (100's pack: ৳ 83.00)

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Diclofenac sodium
Company	Edruc limited
Also available as	Edifenac tr 100 mg capsule Edifenac 75 mg injection Emov 1 w gel

Indications

Inflammatory rheumatism
Degenerative rheumatism
Chronic involutive rheumatism
Polyarthritis
Ankylosing spondylarthritis
Osteoarthritis
Sprain
Bruises
Dislocations
Fractures
Soft tissue injuries
Surgical interventions
Primary dysmenorrhoea
Episiotomy
Adnexitis
Endometritis
Parametritis
Salpingitis
Mastitis
Pre-operative medication
Post-operative pain
Post-traumatic pain
Urogenital tract pain
Renal colic
Biliary colic

Pharmacology

Potent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Anti-rheumatic
Analgesic
Antipyretic
Uricosuric effect
Inhibition of prostaglandin biosynthesis
Rapid and complete absorption from gastro-intestinal tract
Peak plasma concentrations reached within 2 hours
Metabolized in the liver
Undergoes first-pass metabolism

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage: 75-150 mg daily
Dosage reduction for long term use
Different dosage for different tablet types
Supplementation with conventional tablets
Specific dosage for children
Recommended daily dosage for adults and children
Maximum daily dose
Usage for external application

Interaction

Increased plasma concentrations of lithium and digoxin
Isolated reports of increased risk of haemorrhage with anticoagulant therapy
Can be given together with oral antidiabetic agents
Cases of nephrotoxicity with cyclosporin
Cases of serious toxicity with methotrexate
Convulsions with quinolone antimicrobials
Increased frequency of unwanted effects with other NSAIDs and steroids

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any ingredient
Peptic ulcer
Hypersensitivity to Diclofenac or other NSAIDs
Contra-indicated in asthmatic patients
Not for use under occlusive airtight dressings

Side Effects

Mild, rare, and transient adverse effects
Epigastric pain
Eructation
Nausea
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Peripheral edema
Skin reactions
Local irritation
Reddening of the skin
Skin rash

Pregnancy and Lactation

Use only for compelling reasons during pregnancy
Lowest effective dose in pregnancy
Not recommended during first trimester
Not recommended during lactation

Precautions and Warnings

Close observation for peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
Caution regarding eye and mucous membrane contact
Proper hand washing after application
Not to be taken by mouth

Therapeutic Class

Drugs for Osteoarthritis
Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool and dry place
Protected from light
Store below 30°C
Keep out of the reach of children

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