Unifen: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Unifen Benefits & Uses

Unifen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Back Pain
Osteoarthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Joint Pain
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Other Benefits

Ankylosing spondylitis
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Pain
Rheumatic Pain

Unifen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Back Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Aceclofenac (100 mg), Paracetamol (500 mg), Serratiopeptidase (15 mg)
Adult	Disease: Back Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Aceclofenac (100 mg), Paracetamol (500 mg), Serratiopeptidase (15 mg)
Geriatric	Disease: Back Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Aceclofenac (100 mg), Paracetamol (500 mg), Serratiopeptidase (15 mg)

Unifen Related Warnings

Is the use of Unifen safe for pregnant women?

Unifen shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Unifen safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Unifen. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Unifen on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Unifen. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Unifen on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Unifen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Unifen on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Unifen. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Unifen with Other Drugs

Unifen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Ketorolac

Aspirin

Adefovir

Methotrexate

Ramipril

Unifen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Unifen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Asthma
Heart Attack

Frequently asked Questions about Unifen

Is this Unifen habit forming or addictive?

Unifen does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Unifen can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Unifen is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Unifen is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Unifen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Unifen

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Unifen, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Unifen

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Unifen with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Unifen

Question over 4 years ago

Can Unifen be used to treat stomach pain?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Unifen is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without any further delay.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I use Unifen with antihistamine drug?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Unifen can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Unifen safe to use?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Unifen is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Unifen cause stomach upset?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Unifen a muscle relaxant?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

No, Unifen is not a muscle relaxant. It is a painkiller belongs to the class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Combination of Unifen and the muscle relaxant are also available in the market which used to enhance the pain-relieving capacity of this medicine.

See all substitutes for Unifen

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Gamaflam SP Tablet - ₹73
Ibugesic ASP Tablet - ₹64
Aceflam S Tablet - ₹21
Acnac SP Tablet - ₹24
Acenova FH Tablet - ₹72
Acenip Plus Tablet - ₹65
Acenext SP Tablet - ₹84
Acemol S Tablet - ₹49
Unifen 100 Mg/500 Mg/15 Mg Tablet - ₹66

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204

KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207

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Package Leaflet Information For The User [Internet]: Aceclofenac 100 mg film-coated Tablets. Accord Healthcare Limited

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