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Accunac is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Accunac have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Accunac depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Accunac are Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Accunac can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Accunac are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Accunac's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Accunac related warnings talks about Accunac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Accunac is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy, Heart Failure, Hepatic Encephalopathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Accunac have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Accunac have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Accunac is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Accunac is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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) |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Accunac safe for pregnant women?
Accunac can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Accunac, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Accunac safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Accunac. If you see any side effects, stop taking Accunac immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Accunac again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Accunac on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Accunac. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Accunac on the Liver?
Accunac may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Accunac on the Heart?
Side effects of Accunac rarely affect the heart.
Accunac should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Accunac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Accunac habit forming or addictive?
Accunac is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Accunac, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Accunac can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Accunac only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Accunac for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Accunac
Taking Accunac with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Accunac
Taking alcohol with Accunac can be dangerous.
No, Accunac is not a muscle relaxant. It is a painkiller belongs to the class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Combination of Accunac and the muscle relaxant are also available in the market which used to enhance the pain-relieving capacity of this medicine.
Take Accunac as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Accunac is a brand name for aceclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is mainly used to relieve pain in a patient's suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Additionally, it also reduces fever.
Accunac preferably taken with a light meal. It can be taken once or twice a day or more as your doctor has prescribed it.
Yes, Accunac can be taken for relieving symptoms of a headache. However, there are better medicines available for treating headache effectively.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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References
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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