Table of contents:
- Functions & Usage
- What is Acemetacin used for?
- How do you use Acemetacin?
- How to store Acemetacin?
- Precautions & Warnings
- What should be considered before using Acemetacin?
- Is the drug Acemetacin safe for pregnant and lactating women?
- Side effects
- What are the possible side effects of Acemetacin?
- Drug Interactions
- What drugs can interfere with the action of the drug Acemetacin?
- Can certain foods and drinks interfere with the action of Acemetacin drugs?
- What health conditions can interfere with the performance of the drug Acemetacin?
- Dose
- What is the dose of acemetacin for adults?
- What is the dosage of Acemetacin for children?
- In what dosages and preparations is Acemetacin available?
- What to do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?
Functions & Usage
What is Acemetacin used for?
Acemetacin is a drug to reduce inflammation and pain. Acemetacin works by blocking the production of several body chemicals that cause inflammation, pain, stiffness, pain, swelling and an increase in temperature. This drug belongs to a class of drugs called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS).
By reducing inflammation in conditions affecting the muscles and joints, Acemetacin helps to improve movement.
Acemetacin can take several weeks to help increase inflammation, but it may start to relieve pain after the initial few doses.
How do you use Acemetacin?
Before you start taking Acemetacin, first read the information printed on the brochure in the product packaging. The product brochure will provide more information about the drug and will also provide a complete list of the side effects you may experience from taking the drug.
Take Acemetacin exactly as instructed by your doctor. The usual adult dose is 60 mg capsules taken twice a day, preferably in the morning and evening. If needed, your doctor may increase the dose to one capsule three times a day.
Take medication with a snack, or after a meal. This will help protect your stomach from side effects such as indigestion. Swallow the capsule immediately by drinking water. Do not chew or open the capsule.
How to store Acemetacin?
Store at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Precautions & Warnings
What should be considered before using Acemetacin?
Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes they can only be used if extra care is being applied. For this reason, before you start taking Acemetacin, it is important that your doctor knows about the following:
- If you have asthma or other allergic disorders.
- If you have had sores in the stomach or duodenal region, or if you have inflammatory bowel disorders such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis.
- If you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant or are breastfeeding
- If you are under 18 years of age or over 65 years
- If you have liver or kidney problems
- If you have heart problems or problems with blood vessels or circulation
- If you have high blood pressure
- When you have blood clotting problems
- If you have a connective tissue disorder, such as systemic lupus erythematous (an inflammatory condition also called lupus or SLE)
- If you are taking other drugs. Medicines in question include medicines that you take and are available without a prescription to buy them, such as herbal medicines and other complementary medicines.
- If you have ever had an allergic reaction to any other NSAIDs (such as aspirin, naproxen, diclofenac, and indometacin), or other drugs
Is the drug Acemetacin safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This medicine is included in the risk of pregnancy category D.
- A = Not at risk
- B = No risk in several studies
- C = Maybe risky
- D = There is positive evidence of risk
- X = Contraindicated
- N = Unknown
Side effects
What are the possible side effects of Acemetacin?
Some of the side effects can be serious while others may only have mild discomfort.
Everyone's reaction to drugs is different. It is difficult to predict the side effects that you will experience after taking certain drugs, or whether you may experience no side effects at all.
Some of the side effects that usually occur from Acemetacin include:
- Diarrhea - seek medical advice immediately when you have diarrhea
- Digestive problems, such as ulcers, bleeding or perforation which may be fatal - seek medical advice if you have bleeding, sores or other unusual digestive problems
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain - seek medical advice immediately if you experience stomach pain
- Gag
Some of the side effects that usually occur from Acemetacin include:
- Abnormal laboratory test results
- Brain or central nervous system problems
- Feel restless
- Feel dizzy
- Feel sleepy
- Bloated
- Feeling unwell
- Headache
- Indigestion
- Itchy
- No appetite
- Hypersensitivity problems to the skin, such as dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, erythema multiforme, anaphylaxis, urticarial, itching, bruising of the skin or mucous membranes, swollen tongue, edema of the face and eyelids, respiratory problems, worsening of asthma, pulsations fast heart - some may be fatal. Seek medical advice immediately if you have a skin rash, sores or other signs of hypersensitivity
- Skin rash
- Sleepy
- Stomach cramps
- Fatigue
Some of the rare side effects of Acemetacin include:
- Cornea becomes cloudy - This can happen if Acemetacin is taken for a long period of time
- Vision problems - These things can happen if Acemetacin is taken for a long period of time. If you experience any of these side effects, seek medical advice immediately
- Hair loss
- Heart problem
- Melena - Seek medical attention immediately if you experience bloody stool
- Edema
- Vomiting blood - Get immediate medical attention if you experience vomiting blood
- Confusion
- Feeling uncomfortable, irritable
Some of the very rare side effects of Acemetacin include:
- Blood and bone marrow problems - Seek medical advice immediately if you have fever, sore throat, swollen sores in certain parts of the body such as the mouth and tongue, flu-like symptoms, fatigue, or bleeding from the nose or skin
- Blood in urine
- Change in consciousness
- Chest pain
- Constipation
- Depression
- Feeling anxious
- Feelings of disorientation
- Hallucinations
- Hearing problems
- Increased blood sugar levels
- Increase in sweating
- Inflammation of the mouth
- Kidney problems
- Loss of consciousness - this can lead to coma
- Lung problems
- Memory problems (memory)
- Meningitis - symptoms such as fever, feeling disoriented or neck stiffness
- Mental health problems
- Muscle weakness
- Nephrotic syndrome
- Nightmare
- Palpitations
- Pancreatitis
- Photosensitivity
- Proteinuria
- Psychosis or psychotic like behavior
- Increased blood pressure
- The skin becomes reddish
- Seizures
- Sleep problems
- Sugar in urine
- Change in taste
- Tinnitus
- Tremor
- Urinary problems
- Bleeding in the vagina
- Vasculitis
- Worsening of Crohn's disease
- Worsening of ulcerative colitis
Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Drug Interactions
What drugs can interfere with the action of the drug Acemetacin?
Although some drugs should not be taken at the same time, in other cases some drugs can also be used together even though interactions may occur. In such cases, the doctor may change the dose, or take other preventive measures as needed. Tell your doctor if you are taking any other over-the-counter or prescription drugs.
The following are some of the drugs that may interact with Acemetacin:
- Aspirin
- Ciclosporin
- Dislunisal
- Digoxin
- Furosemide
- Haloperidol
- Lithium
- Methotrexate
- Mifepristone
- Phenytoin
- Probenecid
- Sulfinpyrazone
- Tacrolimus
- Warfarin
- Zidovudine
The following are several types of drugs that may interact with Acemetacin:
- Antacids
- Anticoagulants
- Antihypertensives
- Antiplatelets
- Antipsychotics
- Cardiac glycosides
- Corticosteroids
- COX-2 inhibitors
- Diuretics (water pills)
- Medicines that cause digestive problems or bleeding
- Other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
- Penicillin
- Potassium sparing diuretics
- Quinolone
- Salicylates
- Selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs)
Can certain foods and drinks interfere with the action of Acemetacin drugs?
Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.
For Acemetacin, alcohol can cause the following interactions:
You will very likely experience worse digestive problems if you drink alcohol while you are being treated with Acemetacin
Acemetacin does not interact with certain foods that you should eliminate from your diet while using Acemetacin.
What health conditions can interfere with the performance of the drug Acemetacin?
Any other health conditions you have can affect the use of this drug. Always tell your doctor if you have other health problems, especially:
- Anemia
- Bleeding problems
- Blood clotting
- Depression or mental changes
- Edema (fluid retention or body swelling)
- Heart attack or have a history of having had a heart attack
- Heart disease (eg congestive heart failure)
- Hypertension (high blood pressure)
- Kidney illness
- Liver disease (eg hepatitis), have a history of having had liver disease or
- Parkinson's disease
- Seizures, or epilepsy; or have a history of having experienced it
- Injuries to the stomach or intestines, or have a history of having had them
- Stroke, have had a history of having a stroke - Use with caution, it may make the condition worse
- Asthma is sensitive to aspirin, has a history of having experienced it
- Aspirin-sensitive, have a history of having experienced it - Should not be used in patients with such conditions.
- Heart surgery (for example, coronary artery bypass graft surgery) - Should not be used for pain relief before or after surgery.
Dose
The information provided is not a substitute for a doctor's prescription. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dose of acemetacin for adults?
The usual dose for adults is:
Oral
Postoperative pain, pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal and joint disorders 120-180 mg / day in divided doses.
What is the dosage of Acemetacin for children?
Safety and effectiveness have not been determined in pediatric patients (less than 18 years). Consult your doctor for more information.
In what dosages and preparations is Acemetacin available?
Acemetacin is available in the following dosages:
Capsules, oral: 60 mg, 90 mg
What to do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (119) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I forget to take medicine or forget to take medicine?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
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