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Durapain Benefits & Uses

Durapain is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
Rheumatic Pain
Pain

Other Benefits

Durapain 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: Headache Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Headache Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Durapain Related Warnings

Is the use of Durapain safe for pregnant women?

Durapain can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Durapain right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Severe
Is the use of Durapain safe during breastfeeding?

Durapain may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Durapain on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Durapain on kidney have been reported.

Severe
What is the effect of Durapain on the Liver?

Durapain has very mild side effects on the liver.

Severe
What is the effect of Durapain on the Heart?

Durapain may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Durapain with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ketorolac

Methotrexate

Apixaban

Altretamine

Busulfan

Celecoxib

Paroxetine

Fluoxetine

Ketoconazole

Amitriptyline

Moderate

Ramipril

Adefovir

Quinidine

Durapain Contraindications

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

Edema
Stomach Infection
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Kidney Disease
Skin Rash
Heart Attack
Stroke
Asthma
Anemia
Heart Failure
Liver Disease
Peptic Ulcer
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Asthma
Depression

Frequently asked Questions about Durapain

Is this Durapain habit forming or addictive?

Yes, Durapain cause dependence in some cases. Talk to your doctor before taking it.

No
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 Durapain can make you feel drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Durapain should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Durapain cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Durapain Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Durapain

Taking Durapain with food does not harm your health.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Durapain

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Durapain as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Durapain

Question almost 5 years ago

Can i take Durapain for headache?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Durapain for a headache. This drug blocks the pain sensitizing mechanism induced by bradykinin (an inflammatory mediator).

Question over 5 years ago

What is Durapain?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Durapain 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).

Question over 4 years ago

Can Durapain be used for toothache?

Dr. , General Physician

Yes, Durapain can be given in a toothache generally tooth pain occur due to infection so preferably it should be taken with a combination of antibiotics. Please consult the dentist before taking this medication.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Durapain work?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Durapain 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Durapain cause sleepiness ?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

No, Durapain does not cause sleepiness because prescribed Durapain has no effect on the central nervous system but an overdose of medication may lead to sleepiness, loss of consciousness, seizures, and mild depression.