Hi-Fenac 50 mg (Tablet)

Unit Price: ৳ 0.50 (100's pack: ৳ 50.00)

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Diclofenac sodium
Company Hudson pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as
Hi fenac tr 100 mg capsule

Indications

  • Rheumatology
  • Inflammatory and degenerative forms of rheumatism
  • Polyarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Acute gout
  • Sprain
  • Bruises
  • Episiotomy
  • Post-operative pain
  • Urogenital tract pain

Pharmacology

  • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
  • Anti-rheumatic
  • Analgesic
  • Antipyretic
  • Uricosuric effect
  • Inhibits prostaglandin biosynthesis
  • Metabolized in the liver

Dosage & Administration

  • Adult dosage 75-150 mg daily
  • Reduction of dose in long term use
  • Diclofenac SR Tablet for adults and children
  • Recommended daily dosage of Diclofenac DT for adults and children
  • Diclofenac TR Capsule dosage for adults
  • Maximum daily dose of Diclofenac Suppository for adults
  • Application of Diclofenac Gel for external use

Interaction

  • Interactions with Lithium and digoxin
  • Increased risk of haemorrhage with anticoagulant therapy
  • Co-administration with antidiabetic agents
  • Nephrotoxicity with cyclosporin
  • Serious toxicity with methotrexate
  • Caution with quinolone antimicrobials
  • Potential interactions with other NSAIDs and steroids

Contraindications

  • Hypersensitivity to any ingredient
  • Peptic ulcer
  • Asthma patients
  • Contra-indicated under occlusive airtight dressings

Side Effects

  • Mild, rare, and transient adverse effects
  • Gastrointestinal discomfort
  • Peripheal edema
  • Skin reactions
  • Local irritation and reddening of the skin

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Use only for compelling reasons during pregnancy
  • Lowest effective dose should be used
  • Not recommended during first trimester
  • Diclofenac Sodium Gel not recommended during pregnancy
  • Insignificant quantity detected in breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

  • Close observation in patients with peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
  • Avoid contact with eyes or mucus membranes
  • After application, hands should be washed properly
  • Not for oral consumption

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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