Biofenac 100 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 3.50 (10 x 10: ৳ 350.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 35.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Aceclofenac |
| Company | Biogen pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Relief of pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis
- Relief of pain and inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis
- Relief of pain and inflammation in ankylosing spondylitis
- Relief of toothache
- Relief of trauma
- Relief of lumbago
Pharmacology
- Non-steroidal drug
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Analgesic properties
- Inhibitor of the enzyme cyclooxygenase
- Involved in the production of prostaglandin
- Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended dose of one 200 mg extended release Aceclofenac tablet daily for adults
- Recommended dose of 100 mg film coated Aceclofenac tablet twice daily for adults
Interaction
- No significant drug interactions observed
- Close monitoring required when used with lithium and digoxin
- Close monitoring required when used with diuretics
- Close monitoring required when used with anticoagulants
- Close monitoring required when used with methotrexate
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Aceclofenac
- Contraindicated in patients in whom aspirin or NSAIDs precipitate attacks of asthma
Side Effects
- Non-steroidal drug with anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties
- Potent inhibitor of the enzyme cyclooxygenase
- Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoided in pregnancy and lactation unless potential benefits outweigh possible risks to the fetus
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution required for patients with active or suspected peptic ulcer or gastro-intestinal bleeding
- Caution required for patients with moderate to severe hepatic impairment
- Caution required for patients with cardiac or renal impairment
- Caution required for patients suffering from dizziness or urticaria
Use in Special Populations
- No clinical data on the use of Biofenac in children
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for Osteoarthritis
- Drugs used for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children