Flozen-Aa Tablet

Flozen AA Tablet is prescribed for people with painful rheumatic conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. This active constituent of this medication belongs to the class of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs).

Flozen-Aa Tablet works by blocking the effect of cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes which make chemical prostaglandins at sites of injury or damage, causing pain, swelling and inflammation.

Flozen AA medication eases pain and reduces inflammation. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take Flozen-Aa Tablet. Also, children are advised not to consume this medication.

You should not be taking Flozen-Aa Tablet if –

• You are allergic to this medication or other anti-inflammatory painkillers.
• You ever had a problem with stomach or duodenal bleeding, such as an ulcer.
• You have a heart condition, impaired kidney or liver function.
• You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• You have high blood pressure or blood clotting problems.

Being a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, this medication helps in relieving pain. Prostaglandins are responsible for pain, inflammation, swelling and fever. Flozen-Aa Tablet inhibits the action of cyclooxygenase in the brain which is involved in the production of prostaglandins.

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• Osteoarthritis

• Ankylosing Spondylitis

• Edema (Swelling)

• Allergy

• Asthma

• Bleeding

• Abdominal Pain

• Constipation

• Diarrhoea

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Skin Rash

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of effect of medication is the number of hours, or days, it stays in your system and functions. For Flozen-Aa Tablet, the duration is on the shorter side, being anywhere between 12 and 16 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset of action is the duration a medicine takes to attain peak functionality after administration. For Flozen-Aa Tablet, this peak is attained between an hour and a half and 3 hours. The method of administering should be oral.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult a doctor before using this drug.

• Is it habit forming?

  If a medication is habit forming, that means it has a tendency to get you addicted to it. Most medicines that have been legally approved in India do not fall under this category.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before using this medication.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consult your doctor before consuming this alcohol.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Flozen AA Tablet is not safe to drive while taking medicine if it has the tendency to make you feel sleepy, disoriented or unclear in your thinking.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Flozen AA Tab is not recommended if you have chronic conditions of the kidney. You should consult a specialist to find out whether you should continue medication if you have been diagnosed with a kidney disorder.

• Does this affect liver function?

  If you have liver disease, you are advised to use this medicine with caution. You may not be able to take the dose recommended for the average user, and if you have very intense liver disease or are currently diseased, you cannot use this.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Flozen-Aa Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Ibugesic Asp 100 Mg/325 Mg/15 Mg Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• Rexonac SP 100mg/325mg/15mg Tablet

  Rexion Heathcare Pvt Ltd

• Willgo Sp Tablet

  Panacea Biotec Ltd

• Acutec Sp Tablet

  Glebit Laboratories

• Voltanec SP 100 mg/325 mg/15 mg Tablet

  Cipla Ltd

• MOVACE SP TABLET

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Vivian A Plus 100mg/325mg/15mg Tablet

  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Ultiflam Sp Tablet

  Skymax Life Science Pvt Ltd

• Bignac Sp Tablet

  Ronyd Healthcare Pvt Ltd

• Seraheal Tablet

  Ipca Laboratories Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. However, the missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for your next dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

Flozen AA tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that helps relieve pain. Prostaglandins are responsible for pain, inflammation, swelling and fever. Aceclofenac inhibits the action of cyclooxygenase in the brain which is involved in the production of prostaglandins. It also facilitates the breakdown of proteins and reduces the formation of mucous and relieves inflammation.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Flozen AA medication should not be consumed with alcohol. Symptoms of stomach bleeding (such as the presence of dried and coffee colored blood in cough or stools) should be reported to the doctor immediately.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Lithium- This combination is not recommended due to the risk of an increase in the lithium levels which may lead to adverse effects. Consider taking alternative medicine after consulting your doctor.
  • Digoxin- This combination is not recommended as it increases the Digoxin levels in the body. It, in turn, leads to an increase in Digoxin's effects on the heart. Consider taking alternative medicine after consulting your doctor.
  • Corticosteroids- Use with caution as this combination will increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Inform the doctor if you are taking either of the medicines. Consider taking alternative medicine after consulting your doctor.
  • Antihypertensives- If you are taking Antihypertensives with this medication, the medication you are at increased risk of kidney damage. This interaction is more likely to happen in the elderly population. Regular monitoring of kidney function is necessary. Advised to maintain adequate hydration and food intake.

• Interaction with Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Disease

  • Asthma- This medication should not be taken if you have NSAID-sensitive asthma. Any such history should be reported to the doctor so that appropriate substitution can be done.
  • Gastrointestinal Toxicity- This medication and other NSAIDs should be taken after consulting a doctor especially if the intended duration is longer than a month. Any symptom indicating ulceration and bleeding like chronic indigestion, the appearance of coffee colored dry blood in stools or vomiting of blood should be reported immediately.
  • Impaired Kidney Function- This medication should be taken after consulting a doctor if you are suffering from a kidney disease. Suitable adjustment in dosage and monitoring of kidney functions is required in such situations.

• Ques : What is Flozen-Aa Tablet?

  Ans : Flozen-Aa Tablet works as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs). It is prescribed to patients suffering from painful rheumatic conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. This tablet contains Aceclofenac, Paracetamol, and Serratiopeptidase as active ingredients.

• Ques : What are the uses of Flozen-Aa Tablet?

  Ans : Flozen-Aa Tablet is used to treat conditions and symptoms of diseases like a toothache, joint pain, bone pain, swelling, and cold. Besides these, this drug can also be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis, periarthritis of scapulohumeral, lumbago, and Ischia Dynia.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Flozen-Aa Tablet?

  Ans : The side effects of this medication include shortness of breath, nausea, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, and rash.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Flozen-Aa Tablet?

  Ans : Flozen AA Tab should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Flozen-Aa Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : Flozen AA Tab is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contra-indications to Flozen-Aa Tablet?

  Ans : Do not use this medication if you suffer from the conditions such as Active peptic ulcer, Acute rhinitis, Allergy to Aceclofenac, Asthma, Bleeding disorders, Blood coagulation disorders, Hepatic impairment, Hypersensitivity, and Urticaria.

• Ques : Is Flozen-Aa Tablet safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : Flozen AA Tab is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary.

• Ques : Will Flozen-Aa Tablet be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommendThis medicationed dose of this tablet can lead to increased chances of side effects such as nausea, shortness of breath, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, allergic reaction, etc.

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