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Dicnac is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Gel, Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain. Dicnac also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dicnac. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Dicnac as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Dicnac 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Dicnac is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Dicnac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Dicnac related warnings section.
Dicnac can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dicnac in conditions like Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dicnac contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Dicnac have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dicnac is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Dicnac 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
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Is the use of Dicnac safe for pregnant women?
Dicnac can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Dicnac safe during breastfeeding?
Dicnac may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Dicnac on the Kidneys?
Dicnac may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Dicnac on the Liver?
Use of Dicnac may be dangerous for the liver. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Dicnac on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Dicnac. 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.
Dicnac 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 Dicnac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dicnac habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dicnac is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Dicnac as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Dicnac is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Dicnac in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Dicnac
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Dicnac together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dicnac
Consuming Dicnac with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Dicnac does not cause sleepiness because prescribed Dicnac has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of medication may lead to sleepiness, loss of consciousness, seizures, and mild depression.
Yes, Dicnac can be taken with tramadol. No harmful interactions have been reported. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects after taking these medicines at the same time, please consult your doctor.
No, Dicnac does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after consuming this drug.
Dicnac works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions like sports injuries, dental surgery, bursitis, low backache, dysmenorrhoea, post-operative pain, and osteoarthritis.
Dicnac should be always taken with a light meal. You are advised not to take it on empty stomach.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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