Pronac SR 100 mg (Tablet (Sustained Release))
Unit Price: ৳ 2.52 (50's pack: ৳ 126.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Diclofenac sodium |
| Company | Hallmark pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Inflammatory and degenerative forms of rheumatism
- Chronic involutive, polyarthritis, ankylosing spondylarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Sprain
- Bruises
- Dislocations
- Fractures
- Soft tissue injuries
- Episiotomy
- Adnexitis
- Endometritis
- Parametritis
- Salpingitis
- Mastitis
- Pre-operative medication
- Post-operative and post-traumatic pain
- Urogenital tract, renal, and biliary colic
Pharmacology
- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
- Anti-rheumatic
- Analgesic
- Antipyretic
- Uricosuric effect
- Inhibition of prostaglandin biosynthesis
- Rapid and complete absorption from the gastro-intestinal tract
- Metabolized in the liver
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage range: 75-150 mg daily
- Maximum daily dose: 150 mg
- Dosage form: Tablet, Suppository, Injection, Gel
- Recommendation to take after meals
- Different dosages for adults, children, and elderly patients
- External use only for Gel
Interaction
- Interactions with lithium, digoxin, anticoagulants, antidiabetic agents, cyclosporin, methotrexate, quinolone antimicrobials, other NSAIDs, and steroids
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the products
- Peptic ulcer
- Hypersensitivity to Diclofenac
- Contra-indicated in asthmatic patients
Side Effects
- Mild, rare, and transient adverse effects
- Epigastric pain
- Eructation
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Peripheral edema
- Skin reactions
- Local irritation and reddening of the skin
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Employed only for compelling reasons during pregnancy
- Lowest effective dose should be used
- Not recommended during the first trimester of pregnancy
- Not recommended during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Close observation for peptic ulceration or gastrointestinal bleeding
- Avoid contact with eyes or mucous membranes for Gel
- Do not take by mouth
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for Osteoarthritis
- Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Storage Conditions
- Cool and dry place
- Protected from light
- Store below 30°C
- Keep out of the reach of children