Anprox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Anprox have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Anprox. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Anprox also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Anprox side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Anprox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Anprox has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Anprox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Anprox is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Allergy, Heart Failure, Hepatic Encephalopathy are examples of such conditions. The section on Anprox contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Anprox with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Anprox is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Anprox 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.
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Is the use of Anprox safe for pregnant women?
Anprox can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Anprox right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Anprox safe during breastfeeding?
Anprox can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Anprox on the Kidneys?
Anprox may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Anprox on the Liver?
Anprox can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Anprox on the Heart?
Side effects of Anprox rarely affect the heart.
Anprox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
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If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Anprox unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anprox habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Anprox has not been reported.
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 Anprox can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Anprox only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Anprox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Anprox
Taking Anprox with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anprox
Consumption of alcohol and Anprox together may have severe effects on your health.
Anprox 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.
Yes, Anprox causes gastritis. Less frequently, gastritis has been reported. However, if you experience severe gastritis after consuming this medicine, please inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Anprox works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
Anprox is a pain relieving medicine. One should take as long as he/she has been recommended to take. However, sometimes even after symptomatic relief your doctor may ask you to continue with medication to reduce inflammations in the body.
Yes, Anprox 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.
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References
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