Acenac P Tablets
Acenac-P tablet contains aceclofenac and paracetamol. The medicine is a painkiller known as an analgesic medicine. Acenac-P provides relief from pain, inflammation and swellings of joints, spinal cord, ear, nose, throat, dental, lower back, lower abdominal pain and menstrual cramps. Aceclofenac and paracetamol alter the release of the chemical substance prostaglandin, responsible for pain and inflammation.
Uses of Acenac P Strip Of 10 Tablets
Acenac P is useful in relieving pain and swelling associated with bones and joints in conditions such as arthritis, spondylitis and low back pain. It is also useful in gynaecological pain, toothache, headache, pain and swelling in the ear, nose and throat.
Contraindications of Acenac P Strip Of 10 Tablets
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If you are allergic to Aceclofenac, Paracetamol or other ingredients of Acenac-P Tablet.
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If you have a history of asthma, skin rashes, swelling and nasal congestion after taking aspirin, ibuprofen or other NSAID’s.
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If you have stomach ulcers or bleeding.
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If you have heart problems like heart failure, high blood pressure.
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If you have liver or kidney disorders.
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If you are pregnant, in the third trimester of pregnancy.
Side effects of Acenac P Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Nausea, vomiting (with or without blood)
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Stomach pain
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Indigestion
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Constipation
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Mouth ulcers
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Black stools
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Loose motions
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Skin rashes
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Dizziness
Precautions and Warnings of Acenac P Strip Of 10 Tablets
Pregnancy
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Can I take the Acenac-P Tablet during pregnancy?
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Acenac P should not be used during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester as it can lead to malformations in the unborn baby. It can also delay labour and cause bleeding defects in pregnant women. Consult your doctor for further information on the use of this medicine during pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
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Can I take the Acenac-P Tablet while breastfeeding?
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It is advisable to avoid taking Acenac P while breastfeeding, as its components may pass in breast milk and produce undesirable effects in the breastfed baby.
Driving
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Can I drive after consuming the Acenac-P Tablet?
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Avoid driving or use machines when you have taken the Acenac-P Tablet as it may cause dizziness.
Alcohol
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Can I consume alcohol with the Acenac-P Tablet?
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Avoid the consumption of alcohol during the treatment with Acenac-P Tablet as it may worsen liver problems. Contact the doctor or pharmacist for further information.
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Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
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You have kidney problems or liver problems.
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You are an elderly patient or taking diuretics or have kidney disorders; the medicine increases the risk of kidney failure. The doctor suggests you do renal function tests for the same.
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You suffer from gastrointestinal problems like bleeding, ulcers in the intestine (perforation) or Crohn’s disease.
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You have asthma as the medicine worsen the same.
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You have SLE.
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You are an alcoholic, as concomitant use of the medicine damages the liver.
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You have disorders related to blood clotting.
Mode of Action of Acenac P Strip Of 10 Tablets
How Does It Work?
The human body releases chemicals called prostaglandins in response to injury or cell damage or swelling. These are substances that cause swelling, rise in temperature and pain. The active ingredients in Aceclofenac and Paracetamol in Acenac-P Tablet interferes with the production to control the fever or pain.
Directions for Use of Acenac P Strip Of 10 Tablets
Acenac-P Tablet must be consumed as a whole with a sufficient amount of water and take after food. Take it as suggested by the doctor to gain optimal benefits.
Interactions of Acenac P Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
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No drug interaction reports are available for the combination. Acenac P contains aceclofenac and paracetamol, interactions are seen with these two components when taken alone may occur with the combin…
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Medicines contain paracetamol, as there is an increased risk of liver damage.
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Medicines affect the way Acenac P Tablet works or Acenac P Tablet itself affects the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
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Taking medicines like steroids, blood thinners, medicines to treat nausea, water pills, blood pressure, mental illnesses, arthritis medications, immune medications, medicines to treat gout, antibiotics, etc.
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Medicines used to treat heart failure (Cardiac glycosides), to treat a type of cancer like methotrexate, used to modify an immune response during an organ transplant like cyclosporine and tacrolimus result in kidney damage if taken with the medicine.
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It increases the risk of stomach ulcers or bleeding when taken with steroids.
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Increased risk of fits if you are taking the medicine with antibiotics like levofloxacin, ciprofloxacin (Quinolone).
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Medicines used to treat HIV infections like zidovudine.
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If you are taking medicines to treat diabetes, be cautious about symptoms of low glucose levels like sweating, anxiety, fast heartbeats and hunger pangs.
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Medicines used for fits, seizures & depression-like phenobarbital, carbamazepine, phenytoin.
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Medicine used to treat gout-like probenecid.
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Medicine used to treat tuberculosis (TB), rifampicin.
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Medicine used for pain relief like aspirin.
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Medicine used to treat mental problems like depression and the blues (St. John’s Wort).
Storage and disposal of Acenac P Strip Of 10 Tablets
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Store at a cool and dry place and away from light.
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Keep it away from children and pets.
Dosage of Acenac P Strip Of 10 Tablets
Overdose
Individuals may experience symptoms like nausea, vomiting, stomach disturbances, skin rashes, chills, fever, etc. An overdose of Acenac P must be reported to the treating doctor or nearby hospital. Always carry the package of the tablet along with you for assessment of the severity of an overdose.
Missed a Dose
If you have missed taking a dose of the medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dosing schedule. Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed one.
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