Hifenac-D Tablet

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

Hifenac-D 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.

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

You should not be taking Hifenac-D 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. Hifenac-D Tablet inhibits the action of cyclooxygenase in the brain which is involved in the production of prostaglandins.

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain

• Edema (Swelling)

• Bleeding Disorders

• Hypersensitivity

• Asthma

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Skin Rash

• Stomach Pain

• Heartburn

• Indigestion

• 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 Hifenac D, 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 Hifencac, this peak is attained between a hour and a half and 3 hours. The method of administering should be oral.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult 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 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?

  It 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?

  It 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 Hifenac-D 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?

  If you miss one dose of these tablets, you can make up for it during gaps between subsequent medications. However, it is recommended that you do not take an extra dose if you are due for the next dose almost immediately.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of alcohol .

Hifenac D medication 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. The drug is a pain relief medication that selectively inhibits enzyme function in the brain which allows it to treat pain and fever. It activates certain receptors in the brain that inhibit pain signals. Serratiopeptidase is a proteolytic enzyme that is extracted from a silkworm. It acts as an anti-inflammatory pain reliever. It facilitates the breakdown of proteins and reduces the formation of mucus 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

  Alcohol consumption causes chemical changes in your body, harming it, and rendering several medicines useless.

• Interaction with Others

  Hifenac D medicine interacting with others may impair the functioning of both. All medicines have some others they interact with. For Hifenac D, those are lithium, Digoxin and corticosteroids. You should ask your doctor which you should continue, Hifenac or these other medicines if you are already taking them.

• Interaction with Disease

  A medicine can be rendered useless or even harmful if you have pre-existing conditions whose treatment interferes with the medicine. For Hifenac D, having asthma, gastro-intestinal toxicity and kidney impairment can impair functioning.

• Interaction with Food

  There has been no scientific indication to prove that Hifenac D’s functioning is hampered by any kind of food. however, if you still detect side effects or reduced functionality in yourself, you are advised to seek out a doctor as effects vary from person to person.

• Ques : What is Hifenac-D Tablet?

  Ans : Hifenac D is a medication which has Aceclofenac, Paracetamol, and Serratiopeptidase as active elements present in it. This medication performs its action by increases the blood flow across the skin, helping the body in the breakdown of protein, obstructing the action of cyclooxygenase in the body, heat loss, and sweating, etc. It is used to treat conditions such as Lumbago, Muscle ache, Muscle pain, Period pain, Sore throat, Muscles ache, Flu, etc.

• Ques : What is the use of Hifenac-D Tablet?

  Ans : It is used to treat Rheumatoid Arthritis, Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain, etc.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Hifenac-D Tablet?

  Ans : Side effects include nausea, vomiting, skin rash, etc.

• Ques : Can Hifenac-D Tablet be used for toothache and bones and joints pain?

  Ans : Hifenac D is used to treat conditions such as Toothache, Bones and Joints Pain. It is a prescribed medication which should only be taken on a prescription.

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

  Ans : In most of the cases the average time taken by this medication, to reach its peak effect is around 6 hours to 1 day, before noticing improvement in the condition.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Hifenac-D Tablet?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval upto which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency for using this medication.

• Ques : Should I use Hifenac-D Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : Hifenac D medication is common to consume orally and the salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken with the food. If you take it with an empty stomach, it may cause stomach upset. Please consult the doctor before use.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Hifenac-D Tablet?

  Ans : It contains salts, which are suitable to store at room temperature and keeping this medication above or below that, can cause inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light. Keep this medication, away from the reach of children.

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