Artifen Tablets 50mg

Artifen Tablets 50mg

Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

No

Generics

Diclofenac Sodium

Used For

Pain Relief

How it works

Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Usage And Safety

Dosage

ADULTS : Dosage : 50-150mg daily in two or three divided doses.
CHILDREN : 6mnth-18yr , 1.5-2.5mg/kg ( max 75mg ) twice daily ; total daily dose may alternatively be given in 3 divided doses .
Always consult your doctor or Pharmacist for dose adjustment .

Side Effects

Transient epigastric pain , GI disturbances , headache , oedema.
Rarely blood dyshaematopoiesis , peptic ulcers , abnormalities of liver kidney function , skin reactions , pain at injection site.

Drug Interactions

Anticoagulants, antidiabetics , diuretics , methotraxate , lithium , digoxin , cyclosporin , tacrolimus , other NSAIDS , salicylates , corticosteroids , quinolones , mifepristone , antihypertensives , antiplatelets.

Indication

For relief of the signs and symptoms of Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis.
For acute or long-term use in the relief of signs and symptoms of Ankylosing Spondylitis.
Also indicated for controlling pain and inflammation in Acute Gout and minor surgery.
It is also indicated for Chronic Juvenile Arthritis.

When not to Use

Severe hepatic or renal impairment.
Ischaemic heart diseases , cerebrovascular diseases , peripheral arterial disease , CHF.

Precautions

Precaution

Monitor patients on long-term treatments.

Warnings

Warning 1

History of gastro-intestinal disease. Renal or hepatic or cardiac insufficiency and haematological abnormalities.

Warning 2

On long term therapy monitor liver function , blood counts.

Warning 3

Discontinue medication and inform prescriber if there is constant stomach pain, cramps , blood in stool.

Additional Information

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.