Diacerein Benefits & Uses

Diacerein is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Diacerein 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
Adult	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Diacerein Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Diacerein is used -

Severe

Diarrhoea
Yellow eyes
Yellow skin
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Skin reaction

Diacerein Related Warnings

Is the use of Diacerein safe for pregnant women?

Diacerein can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Diacerein, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Diacerein safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Diacerein. Immediately discontinue Diacerein if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Diacerein on the Kidneys?

Diacerein can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Diacerein on the Liver?

Diacerein has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Diacerein on the Heart?

Diacerein has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Diacerein with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Amoxicillin

Aluminium hydroxide

Bisacodyl

Diacerein Contraindications

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

Allergy
Kidney Disease
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

Frequently asked Questions about Diacerein

Is this Diacerein habit forming or addictive?

Diacerein does not cause addiction.

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

Diacerein does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Diacerein only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Diacerein is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Diacerein Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Diacerein

Taking Diacerein with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Diacerein

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

Unknown