Orthodex Forte Tablet Benefits & Uses

Orthodex Forte Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pain

Orthodex Forte Tablet 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: Pain Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 325 mg paracetamol and 32.5 mg dextropropoxyphene in one tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Pain Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 325 mg paracetamol and 32.5 mg dextropropoxyphene in one tablet

Orthodex Forte Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Orthodex Forte Tablet is used -

Severe

पेट दर्द
Blood Disorder
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Stomach Upset
Liver Damage
Anaphylactic reaction

Moderate

Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Increased Liver Enzymes

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
पेट की गैस
Epigastric Pain
Swelling
Rash

Common

Dry Mouth
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Loss of consciousness

Unknown

Fatigue
Weakness
Dehydration
Lightheadedness
Edema

Orthodex Forte Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Orthodex Forte Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Orthodex can have harmful effects for pregnant women. If you experience anything like this, then discontinue Orthodex and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Orthodex Forte Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Orthodex. It should not be taken only under medical supervision.
What is the effect of Orthodex Forte Tablet on the Kidneys?

Orthodex has very mild side effects on the [Organ].
What is the effect of Orthodex Forte Tablet on the Liver?

Orthodex may have mild side effects on the [Organ]. Most people will never see any effect on the [Organ].
What is the effect of Orthodex Forte Tablet on the Heart?

Orthodex is rarely harmful for [Organ].

Severe Interaction of Orthodex Forte Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Piroxicam

Indomethacin

Severe

Moderate

Mild

Carbamazepine

Orthodex Forte Tablet Contraindications

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

Allergy
Liver Disease
Drug Allergy
Kidney Disease
Shock
Liver Disease
Drug Allergies
Alcoholism
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Neutropenia
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Orthodex Forte Tablet

Is this Orthodex Forte Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Yes, there is a possibility of developing a habit of Orthodex Forte Tablet. Talk to doctor before taking it.

Orthodex Forte Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Orthodex Forte Tablet

Taking Orthodex Forte Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orthodex Forte Tablet

Consumption of alcohol and Orthodex Forte Tablet together may have severe effects on your health.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 427-429

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Voltaren® (diclofenac sodium)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diclofenac (diclofenac sodium)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Solaraze® (diclofenac sodium)

KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207

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Orthodex Forte Tablet