Azet Plus is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Azet Plus have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Azet Plus 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 side effects typically associated with Azet Plus include Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Azet Plus have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Azet Plus normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Azet Plus has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Azet Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Azet Plus is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Asthma, Kidney Disease, Heart Attack are examples of such conditions.
Drug reaction of Azet Plus with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Azet Plus is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Azet Plus is used to treat the following -
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
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Azet Plus safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Azet Plus.
Is the use of Azet Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Azet Plus as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Azet Plus on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Azet Plus. 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 Azet Plus on the Liver?
Azet Plus 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 Azet Plus on the Heart?
Azet Plus can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
Azet Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azet Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azet Plus habit forming or addictive?
Azet Plus is not addictive in nature.
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 Azet Plus can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Azet Plus should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Azet Plus for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azet Plus
You can take Azet Plus with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azet Plus
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Azet Plus with alcohol will be.
Yes, long-term use of Azet Plus can cause renal failure. Do not take it without doctor's advice. Otherwise, It may lead to several kidney related problems.
No, ideally Azet Plus can't be taken in stomach pain Because it has adverse reaction regarding gastrointestinal disturbances such as abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, dyspepsia, flatulence, gross bleeding/perforation, heartburn, nausea, GI ulcers (gastric/duodenal) and vomiting.
Yes, Azet Plus is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects have been observed such as epigastric pain (stomach pain), nausea, headache, dizziness, rashes, gastric ulceration, and bleeding are less common.
Azet Plus is a brand name of diclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, ankylosing spondylitis, toothache, dysmenorrhoea, renal colic, post-traumatic disorder and post-operative inflammatory conditions which affords quick relief from pain and wounds and edema (swelling).
Yes, Azet Plus can be used in a migraine. Diclofenac and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. But you are recommended to consult a doctor for the right medication.
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