Curafen P Tablet
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Product introduction
Curafen P Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It may also be used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.
Curafen P Tablet should be taken with or without food. 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 a longer duration than recommended by your doctor.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn, and diarrhea. 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.
Curafen P Tablet 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 Curafen P Tablet.
Uses of Curafen P Tablet
Benefits of Curafen P Tablet
In Pain relief
Curafen P Tablet is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. Some of the conditions in which Curafen P Tablet is used are rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat. 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 Curafen P Tablet
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 Curafen P
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain/epigastric pain
- Heartburn
- Diarrhea
How to use Curafen P Tablet
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. Curafen P Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Curafen P Tablet works
Curafen P Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Aceclofenac and Paracetamol. These medicines work by blocking the action of chemical messengers responsible for pain, fever and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Curafen P Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Curafen P Tablet 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 Curafen P Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Curafen P Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Curafen P Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Curafen P Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Curafen P Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Use of Curafen P Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Curafen P Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Curafen P Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Curafen P Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
However, the use of Curafen P Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
What if you forget to take Curafen P Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Curafen P Tablet, 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 this combination medicine for relieving pain and inflammation.
- Take Curafen P Tablet it with food to avoid getting an upset stomach.
- Do not take Curafen P Tablet with any other medicine containing paracetamol (drugs for pain/fever or cough-and-cold) without asking your doctor first.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Curafen P Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
- In case of muscle pain, your doctor might advise you to undergo physiotherapy to get relief along with taking Curafen P Tablet.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers before taking this medicine.
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Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Curafen P Tablet?
Curafen P Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Aceclofenac and Paracetamol. This medication helps in relieving pain and inflammation. It works by lowering the levels of chemical substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation.
Is it safe to use Curafen P Tablet?
Curafen P Tablet is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause some unwanted common side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhea and other uncommon and rare side effects.
Can I stop taking Curafen P Tablet when my pain is relieved?
If you are using the medication for a condition associated with long-term pain then Curafen P Tablet should be continued for as long as advised by your physician. It can be discontinued if you are using it for short-term pain relief.
Can the use of Curafen P Tablet cause nausea and vomiting?
Yes, the use of Curafen P Tablet can cause nausea and vomiting. Taking it with milk, food or with antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. In case of vomiting drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small frequent sips. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists and you notice signs of dehydration, like dark colored and strong-smelling urine and a low frequency of urination. Do not take any other medicine without speaking to your doctor.
Can the use of Curafen P Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Curafen P Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for sometime and resume once you feel better.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Curafen P Tablet?
The use of Curafen P Tablet is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine or in patients with known allergy to other painkillers (NSAIDs). It should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcers or in patients with active, recurrent stomach ulcer/bleeding. It should also be avoided in patients with a history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
Can Curafen P Tablet be taken with vitamin B-complex?
Yes, Curafen P Tablet can be taken with vitamin B-complex preparations. While Curafen P Tablet helps to relieve pain, vitamin B-complex can help to correct the vitamin deficiency that might be causing the underlying painful condition.
Is Curafen P Tablet helpful in relieving stomach pain?
No, Curafen P Tablet preferably should not be taken for stomach pain without consulting a physician. This drug can increase stomach acid secretion which may aggravate an unknown underlying condition.
Can the use of Curafen P Tablet cause damage to kidneys?
Yes, the long-term use of Curafen P Tablet can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce a chemical messenger called prostaglandins that protects them from damage. Use of painkillers lowers the levels of prostaglandins in the body which leads to kidney damage on long-term use. Use of painkillers is not recommended to patients with underlying kidney disease.
Is it safe to take a higher dose of Curafen P Tablet than recommended?
No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Curafen P Tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, indigestion, diarrhea and can also damage your kidneys on long-term use. If you are experiencing increased severity of pain or if the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses of this medicine, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Curafen P Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
How long does it take for Curafen P Tablet to show results?
The effect of Curafen P Tablet can be seen within 1.5 to 3 hours of oral administration of the medicine and the time taken to show the desired effects may vary with every individual patient.
What is the dosage of Curafen P Tablet?
You may take one tablet of Curafen P Tablet twice daily or as prescribed by your doctor. Always follow your doctor’s instructions while taking this medicine.
Can I take Curafen P Tablet along with other painkiller tablets?
No, it is not recommended to take Curafen P Tablet with other painkiller medicines without consulting your doctor since it may cause unwanted side effects like stomach pain or ulcers.
Can Curafen P Tablet be given to children?
No, Curafen P Tablet is not recommended for use in children under the age of 18 years.
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