Akilos 200mg Tablet CR is a pain-relieving medicine. It alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis.

Akilos 200mg Tablet CR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness. It is important to keep taking the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.

Vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion are some of the common side effects of taking this medicine. It may also cause dizziness, drowsiness, or visual disturbances. 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. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems. Akilos 200mg Tablet CR is not recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Akilos Tablet CR

Pain relief

Benefits of Akilos Tablet CR

In Pain relief

Akilos 200mg Tablet CR belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Akilos Tablet CR

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

Common side effects of Akilos

Vomiting
Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Nausea
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Heartburn
Loss of appetite

How to use Akilos Tablet CR

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Akilos 200mg Tablet CR is to be taken with food.

How Akilos Tablet CR works

Akilos 200mg Tablet CR is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Akilos 200mg Tablet CR.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Akilos 200mg Tablet CR 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 Akilos 200mg Tablet CR during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Akilos 200mg Tablet CR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Akilos 200mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Akilos 200mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Akilos 200mg Tablet CR is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Akilos 200mg Tablet CR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Akilos 200mg Tablet CR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Akilos 200mg Tablet CR is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while the patient is taking this medicine.

What if you forget to take Akilos Tablet CR?

If you miss a dose of Akilos 200mg Tablet CR, 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.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Akilos 200mg Tablet CR to relieve pain and inflammation.
Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Akilos 200mg Tablet CR as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Dichlorobenzenes Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (acetic acid)

Patient concerns

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Diabetology

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I am having right side thigh pain since last 10 days,earlier before 2 years I was having same type of pain due to deficiency of vitamin D3 and B12.presently I have started taking tablet of Calcium with D3(600mg/800IU) and tablet Neurobion forte. But the relief in pain is very much slow.kindly advise In case of severe pain I m taking tablet etoricoxib 90 and tablet Akilos-P

Vipul Aggarwal

Its better for u to be seen and examinedAt ur age the most common reason is osteoarthritisSend me all reports if possible

User feedback

Patients taking Akilos 200mg Tablet CR

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94%

Twice A Day

What are you using Akilos Tablet CR for?

Pain relief

75%

Others

25%

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

83%

Average

17%

What were the side-effects while using Akilos 200mg Tablet CR?

No Side Effec*

100%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Akilos Tablet CR?

With food

100%

Please rate Akilos 200mg Tablet CR on price

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FAQs

Is Akilos 200mg Tablet CR a good painkiller?

Akilos 200mg Tablet CR is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used to provide relief from various sorts of pain such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in various types of arthritis, gout, pain and inflammation following surgery.

Is Akilos 200mg Tablet CR safe?

Akilos 200mg Tablet CR is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Does Akilos 200mg Tablet CR get you high?

No, Akilos 200mg Tablet CR does not get you high. It does not have an abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior) and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. However, if you do not feel well, consult your doctor.

Can Akilos 200mg Tablet CR hurt your kidneys?

Long-term use and high doses of Akilos 200mg Tablet CR may cause renal problems, such as protein or blood in urine and pain during urination. Patients who had or have heart failure, impaired kidney function and hypertension are at risk of kidney problems. The risk of developing kidney problems is also high in patients who are on medicines which cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines which have significant impact on kidney function. Along with that, Akilos 200mg Tablet CR can affect kidneys of patients who are above 65 years of age or who remain dehydrated. Therefore, kidney function monitoring is recommended for such patients.

What if I forget to take a dose of Akilos 200mg Tablet CR?

If you forget a dose of Akilos 200mg Tablet CR, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Does Akilos 200mg Tablet CR make you drowsy?

Akilos 200mg Tablet CR can cause drowsiness and also dizziness, fatigue (tiredness) and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.

What is the most important information I need to know about Akilos 200mg Tablet CR?

It is important to know that Akilos 200mg Tablet CR may increase your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. The risk is more if you take higher doses and have been using the medicine for a longer time. Also, the use of Akilos 200mg Tablet CR may cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in your stomach and intestine. These problems may happen without warning symptoms at any time during treatment and may even cause death. Therefore, if you encounter any such problems, consult your doctor immediately.

Can Akilos 200mg Tablet CR be taken during pregnancy?

You should not take Akilos 200mg Tablet CR during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on your baby. Use of Akilos 200mg Tablet CR can also lead to reduced labor (premature delivery). Hence, it is advised to avoid using Akilos 200mg Tablet CR during the first 6 months of pregnancy also. In some cases, Akilos 200mg Tablet CR may be prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved with its use in pregnant women. If not sure, consult your doctor regarding its use.

Is Akilos 200mg Tablet CR effective?

Akilos 200mg Tablet CR is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Akilos 200mg Tablet CR too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

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