ACECLOFENAC & PARACETAMOL TABLETS

About ACECLOFENAC & PARACETAMOL TABLETS

• Aceclofenac 100 mg a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug or NSAID

  
  

  Paracetamol Acetaminophen 325 mg or 500 mg a pain reliever and fever reducer

  
  

  Uses

  This combination is used to treat

  
  

  Musculoskeletal pain

  
  

  Osteoarthritis

  
  

  Rheumatoid arthritis

  
  

  Ankylosing spondylitis

  
  

  Back pain dental pain or postoperative pain

  
  

  Headache or fever offlabel use

  
  

  Mechanism of Action

  Aceclofenac works by inhibiting the action of cyclooxygenase COX enzymes which are involved in the production of prostaglandins compounds responsible for pain and inflammation

  
  

  Paracetamol acts mainly in the central nervous system to reduce pain and fever

  
  

  Dosage

  Commonly 1 tablet twice daily every 12 hours after meals

  
  

  Always follow the doctors prescription

  
  

  Side Effects

  Possible side effects may include

  
  

  Gastric irritation or discomfort

  
  

  Nausea or vomiting

  
  

  Dizziness

  
  

  Liver toxicity especially with prolonged use or overdose

  
  

  Skin rashes allergic reactions

  
  

  Rare peptic ulcer or kidney issues especially with longterm use

  
  

  Precautions

  Avoid in pregnancy especially the third trimester

  
  

  Use cautiously in people with liver kidney or heart problems

  
  

  Avoid alcohol increases risk of liver damage

  
  

  Not recommended for longterm use without medical supervision