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Aceclofenac

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Overview
Aceclofenac is an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug, belongs to NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). The actions, uses and adverse effects similar to Diclofenac.
Indications
Aceclofenac is primarily indicated in conditions like Ankylosing spondylitis, Muscle relaxation (rapid onset, short duration), Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis.
Contraindications
Aceclofenac is contraindicated in conditions like Pregnancy, Breast feeding.
Side Effects
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Aceclofenac, which give rise to further complications include Leucocytoclastic vasculitis, Lung hemoptysis. Aceclofenac produces potentially life-threatening effects which include Severe GI bleeding, Peptic ulceration, Hepatotoxicity. which are responsible for the discontinuation of Aceclofenac therapy. The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Aceclofenac include Hypotension, Nausea, Vomiting, Apnea, Coma, Seizures, Blurred vision, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Headache, Renal failure. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Aceclofenac are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Vertigo, Headache, Drowsiness, Nausea, Diarrhea, Insomnia, Nervousness, Tinnitus, Hematuria, Photosensitivity, Depression, Fluid retention, Hypersensitivity reactions, Hearing disturbances, GI discomfort, Hepatic damage, Pancreatitis, Stevens Johnson syndrome, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Aseptic meningitis, Nephrotic syndrome.
Warnings
Avoid in porphyria and for nursing mothers. Tell your doctor if you are allergic to this medicine.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, and Pregnant Mothers. If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages, he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
100 mg (100 (100)) 12 hourly PO — Reduce dose to 100 mg in hepatic impairment.
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Aceclofenac was found.
Storage
Tablet Store Between 20°C-25°C. Protect from Sunlight, Moisture and Heat.

Available Brands in Pakistan

21 active brands listed alphabetically.

ACECOL

Active

PHARMEDIC (PVT) LTD.

DML: ACECOL

Tabs

ACEFEN

Active

SEMOS PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD.

DML: ACEFEN

Tabs

ACELISH

Active

PLATINUM PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT.) LTD.

DML: ACELISH

Tabs

ACELO

Active

MAPLE PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD

DML: ACELO

Tabs

Acemed

Active

NOVARTIS PHARMA (PAK) LTD

DML: Acemed

Tabs

ACENAC

Active

S.J. & G. FAZUL ELLAHIE (PVT) LTD.

DML: ACENAC

GelTabsInj

ACENIM

Active

NIMRALL LABORATORIES

DML: ACENIM

TabsGel

ACLOFEN

Active

ALLIANCE PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD.

DML: ACLOFEN

Tabs

AIRTAL

Active

HIGHNOON LABORATORIES LTD.

DML: AIRTAL

Tabs

AIRTAL ER

Active

HIGHNOON LABORATORIES LTD.

DML: AIRTAL ER

Tabs

ALKERIS

Active

SAMI PHARMACEUTICALS (PVT) LTD.

DML: ALKERIS

GelTabs SRTabs

ALWEL

Active

WNS FIELD PHARMACEUTICALS

DML: ALWEL

Tabs

CECLO

Active

MEDIZAN LABS (PVT) LTD

DML: CECLO

Tabs

CECLOFIN

Active

MASS PHARMA (PRIVATE) LIMITED

DML: CECLOFIN

Tabs

DYCLO-ACE

Active

INDUS PHARMA (PVT) LTD.

DML: DYCLO-ACE

Tabs

ECLOTEC

Active

PANACEA PHARMACEUTICALS

DML: ECLOTEC

Tabs

GLIF A

Active

LEADS PHARMA (PVT) LTD

DML: GLIF A

Tabs

OPHEN

Active

STANDPHARM PAKISTAN (PVT) LTD.

DML: OPHEN

Tabs

Osikar

Active

FYNK PHARMACEUTICALS

DML: Osikar

Tabs

PEFREE

Active

ABBOTT LABORATORIES (PAKISTAN) LIMITED.

DML: PEFREE

Tabs

ZINASE

Active

OPAL LABORATORIES (PVT) LTD.

DML: ZINASE

Tabs

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