Megafen-SR 100 mg (Tablet (Sustained Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 3.02 (5 x 10: ৳ 151.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 30.20
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Diclofenac sodium |
| Company | Jayson pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Rheumatology
- Inflammatory and degenerative forms of rheumatism
- Chronic involutive
- Polyarthritis
- Ankylosing spondylarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Spondylarthroses
- Acute gout
- Peri-articular rheumatic disorders
- Surgery and Traumatology
- Sprain
- Bruises
- Dislocations
- Fractures
- Soft tissue injuries
- Surgical interventions
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Primary dysmenorrhoea
- Episiotomy
- Adnexitis
- Endometritis
- Parametritis
- Salpingitis
- Mastitis
- Otorhinolaryngology
- Pre-operative medication for the prevention of pain
- Inflammation
- Swelling
- Dentistry
- Post-operative and post-traumatic pain
- Inflammation
- Swelling
- Urogenital tract
- Renal and biliary colic prevention
Pharmacology
- Potent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
- NSAID
- Anti-rheumatic
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
- Uricosuric effect
- Inhibits prostaglandin biosynthesis
- Rapid and complete absorption from the gastro-intestinal tract
- Metabolized in the liver
- Undergoes first pass metabolism
Dosage & Administration
- Diclofenac FC Tablet - Adult dose: 75-150 mg daily
- Diclofenac SR Tablet - Adult dose: 1 tablet daily
- Diclofenac Dispersible Tablet - Adult dose: 2-3 tablets daily
- Diclofenac TR Capsule - One capsule daily
- Diclofenac Suppository - Adult dose: 50 mg suppository 2-3 times daily
- Diclofenac injection - Adult dose: 1 ampoule daily
- Diclofenac Gel - 2-4 g applied 3-4 times daily for external use only
Interaction
- May interact with lithium and digoxin
- May interact with anticoagulants
- May interact with antidiabetic agents
- May interact with cyclosporin
- May interact with methotrexate
- May interact with quinolone antimicrobials
- May interact with other NSAIDs and steroids
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the product
- Peptic ulcer
- Hypersensitivity to Diclofenac or other non-steroid anti-inflammatory agents
- Contra-indicated in asthmatic patients triggered by acetylsalicylic acid or other prostaglandin synthetase inhibitors
- Not to be used under occlusive airtight dressings
Side Effects
- Mild, rare, and transient adverse effects
- Epigastric pain
- Eructation
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Peripheral edema
- Skin reactions like rash and eczema
- Local irritation and reddening of the skin
- Skin rash
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Use only for compelling reasons during pregnancy
- Lowest effective dose should be used during pregnancy
- Not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy
- Not recommended for lactating mothers
Precautions & Warnings
- Close observation for peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
- Close observation for advanced age patients
- Avoiding contact with eyes or mucus membranes
- 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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