Nasida SR 100 mg (Capsule (Sustained Release))

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Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Diclofenac sodium
Company Delta pharma ltd

Indications

  • Inflammatory and degenerative forms of rheumatism
  • Polyarthritis
  • Ankylosing spondylarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Acute gout
  • Sprain
  • Bruises
  • Dislocations
  • Fractures
  • Soft tissue injuries
  • Episiotomy
  • Adnexitis
  • Endometritis
  • Parametritis
  • Salpingitis
  • Mastitis
  • Pre-operative medication for prevention of pain, inflammation, and swelling
  • Post-operative and post-traumatic pain, inflammation, and swelling
  • Prevention of pain and treatment of inflammation and swelling in urogenital tract, renal and biliary colic

Pharmacology

  • Potent non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
  • Pronounced anti-rheumatic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic properties
  • Uricosuric effect
  • Inhibits prostaglandin biosynthesis
  • Rapid and complete absorption from gastro-intestinal tract
  • Metabolized in the liver
  • Undergoes first-pass metabolism

Dosage & Administration

  • Adults: 75-150 mg daily in 2 to 3 divided doses, preferably after food
  • Children: 1-3 mg of diclofenac/kg body wt. daily in divided doses
  • Elderly patients: Lowest effective dosage recommended
  • Maximum daily dose for Diclofenac Dispersible Tablet is 150 mg
  • Diclofenac Gel: 2-4 g applied to the skin 3-4 times daily
  • Diclofenac Suppository: 50 mg 2-3 times daily
  • Diclofenac injection: 1-2 ampoules daily
  • Diclofenac TR Capsule: One capsule daily

Interaction

  • May increase plasma concentrations of lithium and digoxin
  • Increased risk of hemorrhage with combined use of diclofenac and anticoagulant therapy
  • Can be given together with oral antidiabetic agents without influencing their clinical effect
  • Cases of nephrotoxicity reported in patients receiving cyclosporin and diclofenac concomitantly
  • Serious toxicity reported when methotrexate and NSAIDs given within 24 hours of each other
  • Convulsions may occur due to an interaction between quinolones and NSAIDs
  • Co-administration with other systemic NSAIDs and steroids may increase frequency of unwanted effects

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 where attack with asthma, urticaria, or acute rhinitis are precipitated by acetylsalicylic acid or other drugs with prostaglandin synthetase inhibitor
  • 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 such as rash and eczema
  • Local irritation and reddening of the skin
  • Skin rash

Pregnancy & Lactation

  • Should be employed only for compelling reasons during pregnancy
  • Lowest effective dose should be used
  • Not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy
  • Diclofenac Sodium Gel is not recommended during pregnancy
  • Very insignificant quantity may be detected in breast milk

Precautions & Warnings

  • Close observation in rare instances of peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
  • Advanced age patients should be kept under close observation
  • Not to be allowed to come in contact with eyes or mucous membranes
  • Hands should be washed properly 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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