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Walcin Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Walcin Plus 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 Walcin Plus. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Walcin Plus are Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Walcin Plus can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Walcin Plus are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Walcin Plus's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Walcin Plus related warnings talks about Walcin Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Walcin Plus is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy, Heart Failure, Hepatic Encephalopathy as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Walcin Plus contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Walcin Plus have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Walcin Plus is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Walcin Plus 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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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Walcin Plus safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Walcin Plus. It is best to stop taking Walcin Plus immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Walcin Plus safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Walcin Plus. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Walcin Plus on the Kidneys?
Walcin Plus can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Walcin Plus on the Liver?
Walcin 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 Walcin Plus on the Heart?
Side effects of Walcin Plus rarely affect the heart.
Walcin Plus 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 Walcin Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Walcin Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Walcin Plus.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Walcin Plus as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Walcin Plus should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Walcin Plus in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Walcin Plus
You can take Walcin Plus with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Walcin Plus
Taking Walcin Plus with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Walcin Plus 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.
No, Walcin Plus is not used for treating stomach pain. The stomach pain could be due to some underlying medical condition which may require medical attention. If the pain does not subside within 1 day. Please consult your doctor without any further delay.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Walcin Plus 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.
No, Walcin Plus cannot be taken with ibuprofen. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
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