Brand Name: Tendonil
Manufacturer : Orion Pharma Ltd.
Indications
Acemetacin is indicated in pain & inflammation associated with musculoskeletal & joint disorders. For example: Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Low back pain. Also indicated in the pain after an operation.
Therapeutic Class
Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Pharmacology
Acemetacin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is also known as an NSAID. It works by blocking a substance in the body called cyclooxygenase (also known as COX) which is involved in the production of certain irritant chemicals in response to injury or rheumatic disease. By blocking the action of COX, Acemetacin reduces the symptoms of pain and inflammation.
Dosage & Administration
The recommended starting dose is 120mg/day in divided doses, increasing to 180mg/day in divided doses, depending on patient response.
For the treatment of elderly patients, adjustment of dosage is not normally required. However, NSAIDs should be used with particular care in older patients who may be more prone to adverse reactions. Acemetacin should be taken with food, milk or an antacid to reduce the possibility of gastro-intestinal disturbance
Contraindications
Acemetacin is contraindicated to known hypersensitivity to Acemetacin or Indomethacin; peptic ulcer; safety in children is not established.
Side Effects
Common side effects include anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and constipation, peptic ulceration, headache, dizziness & vertigo. Rarely confusion, depressed mood, oedema, chest pain, blood urea elevation are found.
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