Apeclo 100 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 3.00 (10 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 30.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Aceclofenac |
| Company | Apex pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
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 with anti-inflammatory properties
- Analgesic properties
- Potent inhibitor of cyclooxygenase enzyme
- Involvement in prostaglandin production
- Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
Dosage & Administration
- Recommended dose for adults: one 200 mg extended release Aceclofenac tablet daily
- Recommended dose for adults: 100 mg film coated tablet twice daily
Interaction
- No significant drug interactions observed
- Close monitoring required when used with lithium and digoxin
- May interact with diuretics
- May enhance the activity of anticoagulants
- May increase the plasma level of methotrexate
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to Aceclofenac
- Contraindicated in patients where aspirin or NSAIDs precipitate attacks of asthma
Side Effects
- Non-steroidal drug with anti-inflammatory properties
- Analgesic properties
- Potent inhibitor of the enzyme cyclooxygenase
- Rapid and complete absorption after oral administration
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Avoid use in pregnancy and lactation unless benefits outweigh risks to the fetus
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with active or suspected peptic ulcer
- Caution in patients with gastrointestinal bleeding
- Caution in patients with moderate to severe hepatic impairment
- Caution in patients with cardiac or renal impairment
- Caution in patients suffering from dizziness or urticaria
Use in Special Populations
- No clinical data on the use of Apeclo 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