Aceclofenac 50mg + Paracetamol 125mg Oral Suspension - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is acetus oral suspension used for?
Aceclofenac 50mg + Paracetamol 125mg Oral Suspension is a combination medicine used for pain relief and fever reduction. Aceclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that reduces inflammation and pain, while Paracetamol works on the brain to lower fever and provide additional pain relief. It is commonly used for musculoskeletal pain, dental pain, and fever in children.
- Generic Name: Aceclofenac + Paracetamol
- Manufacturer: Radius Healthcare Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ acetus oral suspension Uses & Benefits
Pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, dental pain, dysmenorrhea, fever.
Off-label uses: Postoperative pain, migraine (limited evidence).
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Aceclofenac + Paracetamol |
| Brand Name | Aldigesic P |
| Manufacturer | Radius Healthcare Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | NSAID + Analgesic/Antipyretic |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Aceclofenac inhibits COX-1 and COX-2, reducing prostaglandin synthesis; Paracetamol inhibits COX in the CNS, elevating pain threshold and acting on hypothalamic heat-regulating center.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take acetus oral suspension
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of acetus oral suspension
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Rash
- GI upset
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- GI bleeding
- Hepatotoxicity
- Renal failure
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Blood dyscrasias
- Anaphylaxis
- Pancreatitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Methotrexate | Major | Increased methotrexate toxicity |
| Aspirin | Moderate | Increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding |
| Lithium | Moderate | Increased lithium levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Methotrexate
- Lithium
- Aspirin
โก Moderate Interactions
- ACE inhibitors
- Diuretics
- Anticoagulants
- SSRIs
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Cholestyramine
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may delay absorption; avoid alcohol.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Increased risk of hepatotoxicity (paracetamol) and GI bleeding (aceclofenac).
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, active peptic ulcer, severe hepatic/renal impairment, third trimester pregnancy, history of asthma with NSAIDs.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Liver function tests, renal function, CBC, blood pressure.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Caution; paracetamol is safe, aceclofenac may be excreted in small amounts.
๐ Overdose Management
Activated charcoal, N-acetylcysteine for paracetamol overdose; supportive care for aceclofenac.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double dose.