Acenac-N Tablet PR
Acenac-N Tablet PR should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose and time between doses according to your pain level and your needs. Do not take more or use it for longer duration than recommended by your doctor.
Acenac-N Tablet PR
Basic Information
Important information about this medicine
About This Medicine
General information about this product
Acenac-N Tablet PR is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used in the treatment of neuropathic pain. It calms the damaged or overactive nerves by acting on the brain, thereby decreasing the sensation of pain. This way it improves your mood and reduces tiredness that can be caused by the pain.
Acenac-N Tablet PR should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose and time between doses according to your pain level and your needs. Do not take more or use it for longer duration than recommended by your doctor.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, loss of appetite, and heartburn. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help you with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects by prescribing an alternative medicine or adjusting the dose.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, liver, or have stomach ulcers. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using this medicine.
03Uses
Treatment of Neuropathic pain
04How To Use
Use it as advised by your doctor or check the label for directions before use. Acenac-N Tablet PR is to be taken with food.
05How It Works
Acenac-N Tablet PR is a combination of two medicines: Aceclofenac and Pregabalin which relieve pain. Aceclofenac is a non-steroidal antiinflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Pregabalin is an alpha 2 delta ligand which decreases pain by modulating calcium channel activity of the nerve cells.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
If you miss a dose of Acenac-N Tablet PR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Neuropathic pain
Acenac-N Tablet PR is used to treat neuropathic or nerve pain. This means it helps in reducing sensations such as burning, throbbing, sharp, numbness, pins and needles pain in arms, hands, fingers, legs, feet, or toes. This helps improve your sleep, mood and reduces tiredness that can be caused by the pain. Along with taking Acenac-N Tablet PR, other treatments like physical therapy, accupuncture, massage or relaxation therapy can help you get relief from neuropathic pain. Consult your doctor who can advise you on this.
08Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Uncoordinated body movements
Tiredness
Sleepiness
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Heartburn
Loss of appetite
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Vomiting
Nausea
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Acenac-N Tablet PR.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Acenac-N Tablet PR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Acenac-N Tablet PR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:UNSAFE
Acenac-N Tablet PR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:CAUTION
Acenac-N Tablet PR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acenac-N Tablet PR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Acenac-N Tablet PR is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Acenac-N Tablet PR may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Acenac-N Tablet PR is used to treat neuropathic or nerve pain.
Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
Take it with food to avoid getting stomach upset.
It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor.
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