actoflam 100mg tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is actoflam 100mg tablet used for?
Aceclo Tablet (Aceclofenac) is used to treat PAIN ANALGESICS. It contains Aceclofenac (100mg), which Inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2) enzymes, reducing prostaglandin synthe. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Aceclofenac
- Manufacturer: Actus Health Care
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ actoflam 100mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, acute musculoskeletal pain, dental pain, dysmenorrhea.
Off-label uses: Fever, gout, migraine, postoperative pain.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Aceclofenac |
| Brand Name | Aceclo Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Actus Health Care |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| Action Class | NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid) |
| Route of Administration | Oral. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (15-30ยฐC), protected from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2) enzymes, reducing prostaglandin synthesis.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take actoflam 100mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of actoflam 100mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Nausea
- Dyspepsia
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Rash
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- GI bleeding
- Peptic ulcer
- Renal failure
- Hepatitis
- Anaphylaxis
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Cardiovascular thrombotic events
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Pancreatitis
- Aplastic anemia
- Agranulocytosis
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis
- Interstitial nephritis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Warfarin | Major | Increased bleeding risk |
| Aspirin | Major | Increased risk of GI ulceration and bleeding |
| Lithium | Major | Increased lithium levels and toxicity |
| Methotrexate | Major | Increased methotrexate toxicity |
| Anticoagulants | Major | Enhanced anticoagulant effect |
| Corticosteroids | Major | Increased risk of GI ulceration |
| ACE inhibitors | Moderate | Reduced antihypertensive effect |
| Diuretics | Moderate | Reduced diuretic effect |
| Cyclosporine | Moderate | Increased nephrotoxicity |
| Tacrolimus | Moderate | Increased nephrotoxicity |
| SSRIs | Moderate | Increased bleeding risk |
| Antacids | Minor | Slight delay in absorption |
| Cholestyramine | Minor | Reduced absorption |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Aspirin
- Lithium
- Methotrexate
- Anticoagulants
- Corticosteroids
โก Moderate Interactions
- ACE inhibitors
- Diuretics
- Cyclosporine
- Tacrolimus
- SSRIs
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Cholestyramine
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may delay absorption but does not significantly affect overall bioavailability.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and ulcers.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to aceclofenac or other NSAIDs; active peptic ulcer; history of GI bleeding; severe heart failure; renal failure; third trimester pregnancy.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Renal function, liver function, blood pressure, signs of GI bleeding, CBC (for long-term use).
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; avoid use or discontinue breastfeeding.
๐ Overdose Management
Symptomatic and supportive; gastric lavage, activated charcoal; monitor for GI bleeding, renal failure, and CNS depression.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for actoflam 100mg tablet
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.