Description
Uses of ALDIGESIC P TABLETS
- Treatment of pain & swelling of joints (osteoarthritis & rheumatoid arthritis).
- Treatment of pain & inflammation of the spinal cord (ankylosing spondylitis).
- Treatment of pain and swelling in ear, nose or throat, lower back pain.
- Treatment of lower abdominal pain, uterine cramps and pain related to periods (Gynecological pain).
- Treatment of toothache.
Contraindications of Aldigesic P Tablets
- If you are allergic to aceclofenac, paracetamol or any of the ingredients of Aldigesic P tablet.
- If you have a history of asthma, skin rashes, swelling & nasal congestion after taking aspirin, ibuprofen or other NSAIDs (painkillers).
- If you have any problems with your liver or kidney.
- If you have a history of frequent stomach ulcers or bleeding.
- If you are pregnant especially in the third trimester of pregnancy.
- If you are suffering from any severe heart problems like heart failure, high blood pressure.
Side effects of Aldigesic P Tablets
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Constipation
- Mouth ulcers
- Black stools
- Diarrhea
- Skin rash
- Excess sleepiness
Precautions and Warnings of Aldigesic P Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any problems related to your kidney or liver.
- You have disorders related to blood clotting.
- You have skin rashes & lesions after taking Aldigesic P tablet.
- You have asthma, as this tablet can worsen your condition.
- You have an autoimmune disease called systemic lupus erythematosus.
- You consume alcohol in excess regularly, as concomitant use of Aldigesic P tablet can damage the liver.
- You are suffering from gastrointestinal problems like bleeding, ulcers in the intestine (perforation) or Crohn’s disease
- You are an elderly patient or taking diuretics or have kidney disorders; this medicine can increase the risk of kidney failure. Your doctor may ask you to do renal function tests for the same.
Mode of Action of Aldigesic P Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Aldigesic P Tablets
Aldigesic P tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine. It should preferably be taken with food or after food. It…
Interactions of Aldigesic P Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
No drug interaction reports are available for this combination. However, as Aldigesic P tablet contains aceclofenac & paracetamol, any interactions seen with these two components when taken alone may …
Read more- If you are taking other medicines containing paracetamol, as there is an increased risk of liver damage.
- If you are taking medicines used to treat high blood pressure, this medicine can interfere with their effect.
- Medicines like diuretic can lead to kidney damage when taken along with this medicine.
- Medicines used to treat heart failure (Cardiac glycosides).
- This medicine can increase the levels of lithium and it’s side effects.
- Medicines used to treat a certain type of cancer like methotrexate.
- Medicines used to modify immune response during organ transplant like ciclosporin & tacrolimus can result in kidney damage if taken with this medicine.
- Increase the risk of stomach ulcers or bleeding when taken with steroids.
- There is a risk of bleeding if you are taking medicines to thin the blood like warfarin, coumarin.
- Increased risk of fits if you are taking this medicine with antibiotics like levofloxacin, ciprofloxacin (Quinolone )
- Medicines used to treat HIV infections like zidovudine.
- If you are taking medicines for treating diabetes, be cautious about symptoms of low glucose levels like sweating, anxiety, fast heartbeat, hunger pangs.
Medicines used to treat fits, seizures & psychiatric illness-like phenobarbital, carbamazepine, phenytoin, a medicine used to treat gout like probenecid, a medicine used to treat tuberculosis (TB).
Storage and disposal of Aldigesic P Tablets
- Store Aldigesic P tablets in a cool and dry place and away from direct sunlight, moisture and heat.
- Keep them away from children and pets.
- Do not use expired or damaged medicines.
- Discard any unused medicine properly, do not flush in the toilet or throw it into the drain.
Dosage of Aldigesic P Tablets
Overdose
- Excess of this medicine in high doses may result in severe liver damage.
- Symptoms of overdose include headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, unconsciousness, excitation, coma, dizziness, low blood pressure, fits and difficulty in breathing.
- Seek urgent medical help if you think you have taken too much of Aldigesic P tablet.
Missed a Dose
- If you missed any dose of Aldigesic P tablet, take it as soon as you remember.
- If it’s time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule.
- Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Yes, you need to tell your doctor if you are taking any other medicine for pain, fever or arthritis.
- Take medicine only for the duration as prescribed by your doctor.
- Never take a dose more than what is prescribed as it can result in an overdose.
- Be cautious about stomach pain, blood in vomit, dark stools; these could be signs of bleeding in your stomach or intestine Immediately stop taking medicine and inform your doctor.
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