Brand Name: Mervan 100mg
Manufacturer: Aristopharma Ltd.
Mervan & Mervan SR
Aceclofenac
Aceclofenac is a non-steroidal agent with marked anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. The mode of action of aceclofenac is largely based on the inhibition to prostaglandin synthesis. Aceclofenac is a potent inhibitor of the enzyme cyclo-oxygenase, which is involved in the production of prostaglandins.
Indication:
Aceclofenac is indicated for the relief of pain and inflammation of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, low back pain, dental pain, post-traumatic pain etc.
Dosage & Administration
Mervan Tablet: Adults: 1 tablet (100 mg) twice daily- 1 tablet in the morning & 1 tablet in the evening.
Children: Not recommended. Reduce the dosage to 100 mg daily initially in patients with hepatic dysfunction. There is no evidence that the dosage of aceclofenac needs to be modified in patients with mild renal impairment, but as with other NSAIDs caution should be exercised.
Mervan SR Tablet: The recommended dose is 200 mg (1 SR tablet) once daily.
Side effects
The majority of adverse effects observed are of minor in nature and these include gastro-intestinal disorders such as dyspepsia, abdominal pain, nausea & diarrhea, dizziness, increase in hepatic enzyme etc. Undesirable effects may be minimized by using the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration.
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