ACILOM-SR

Description

Aceclofenac 200 mg Sustained Release Tablets – Acilom SR 200 mg contains Aceclofenac which is used to help relieve pain, inflammation, and swelling in cases of arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis (a condition in which the spine and joints are affected by inflammatory arthritis).

Chemical Class: BCS Class II

Action Class: Aceclofenac reduces the production of various inflammatory mediators such as Prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling.

Habit Forming: No habit forming witnessed.

Uses-

• Aceclofenac 200 mg Sustained Release Tablets alleviate pain, swelling, and inflammation due to ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.
• It also eases headaches, menstrual pain, toothaches, back pain, sprains, strains, and other injuries.
• This tablet helps reduce discomfort caused by bone and joint complications in individuals.

Side Effects-

Common side effects due to consumption of Aceclofenac SR 200 mg tablets include-

• Stomach ache
• Nausea
• Indigestion
• Vomiting
• Heartburn
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea
• Gastritis
• Itching, rash
• Constipation

If the listed symptoms worsen with time, it may indicate that your system is reacting to the medicine negatively. Consult your physician to know the cause and if you should continue this medication.

Precautions-

• Consuming alcohol while you are on Aceclofenac Sustained Release 200 mg Tablets is harmful, as it may enhance the susceptibility to stomach bleeding.
• Avoid taking these tablets if you are pregnant or a breastfeeding mother.
• Aceclofenac SR 200 mg tablets are discouraged if you have Asthma.
• If you have conditions of impaired kidney function or impaired liver function, this tablet is to be avoided.
• These tablets cause dizziness and drowsiness, so it is best that you abstain from driving while on this medicine.

WARNINGS-  

1. Overuse of these tablets could intensify the danger of heart attack, stroke, stomach bleeding, and ulcers.
2. Inform your doctor if you have been diagnosed with asthma or if anyone in your family has a medical history of asthma.
3. Refrain from using these tablets if you are a pregnant woman, especially in the third trimester as it may affect the unborn baby or the mother.
4. There isn’t sufficient availability of information about using these tablets as a breastfeeding mother, so you should avoid this medication if you are breastfeeding.

Directions for Use-

• Take the tablets with or without food.
• Swallow the tablet as a whole with water, do not try to crush, chew, or break it.
• Check the packaging for any warnings and consume as directed on the packaging or by your doctor.

Storage Conditions-

1. Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.
2. Keep out of the reach of children.

Frequently Asked Questions- 

Q) What is the use of Aceclofenac SR 200 mg tablets? 

A) These tablets are mainly used to treat pain, swelling, and inflammation caused due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.

Q) Can I consume alcohol while being on this medication?

A) Consumption of alcohol is prohibited throughout the use of these tablets.

Q) What are the side effects of these tablets?

A) Common side effects include nausea, abdominal pain, headache, indigestion, vomiting, dizziness, etc.

Q) Can we take this medicine during pregnancy?

A) If you are pregnant, you should avoid this medicine, especially in the third trimester (last three months).