Aceclofenac
About
Aceclofenac
This belongs to the group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDs).
Aceclofenac can be used to relieve pain and inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and ankylosing
spondylitis.
Aceclofenac works by preventing the production of irritant chemicals that cause pain and inflammation in the
body.
Aceclofenac is available in tablet form.
It is also sometimes known as: Preservex. You may notice the use of
any of these names on the packaging of your medicine.
Before Taking Aceclofenac
Before taking
aceclofenac make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:
- if you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding
- if you suffer from liver, kidney or heart problems
- if you suffer from hypertension (high blood pressure) SLE
(systemic lupus erythematosus)
- if you suffer from rhinitis, asthma or breathing problems
- if you have
ever had an unusual reaction from taking aspirin or NSAIDs
- if you get indigestion, heart burn or any other digestive or bowel
problems
- if you have ever suffered from peptic (stomach) ulcer
- if you have ever had blood clotting
problems
- if you suffer from porphyria
- if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this or
any other medicine
- if you are taking any other medicines, including those available to buy without a prescription,
herbal and complementary medicines
How to Take Aceclofenac
- Take aceclofenac exactly as directed by your doctor.
- Always read the manufacturer's information leaflet, if possible, before
beginning treatment.
- Take aceclofenac with or immediately after food.
- Never take more than the prescribed dose. If
you suspect that you or someone else has taken an overdose of aceclofenac contact your doctor or go to the accident and emergency department of
your local hospital at once. Always take the container with you, if possible, even if empty.
- Aceclofenac is for you. Never
give it to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Getting the most from your
treatment
- Before taking any 'over-the-counter' medicines, check with your pharmacist which medicines are safe
for you to take alongside aceclofenac.
- If you experience indigestion after taking aceclofenac try taking the next dose with a
glass of milk.
- Keep your regular appointment with your doctor so your progress can be checked.
- Before having any
king of surgery, including dental or emergency treatment, tell the doctor, dentist or surgeon you are taking aceclofenac.
- Aceclofenac may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Make sure your reactions are normal before driving, operating machinery or doing other jobs
which could be dangerous if you were not fully alert.
- Aceclofenac may cause your skin to become more sensitive to sunlight than
it is usually. Try to avoid sunlight and sunbeds or use a sun protection cream higher than factor 15 until you know how your skin reacts.
Can Aceclofenac cause problems?
Along with their useful effects, all medicines can
cause unwanted side effects, which usually improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine. Speak with your doctor if any of the following side
effects continue or become troublesome.
Feeling or being sick, tummy pain, heartburn, diarrhoea, swelling feet or lower legs,
headache, dizziness, nervousness or depression, drowsiness, problems sleeping, numbness in your hands or feet, tiredness, general feeling of
being unwell, disturbance in vision, ringing or buzzing in the ears.
Important: If you experience swelling of the lips, mouth
and throat; wheezing or breathing problems; yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes; a high temperature with a sore throat or if you
experience black or bloody stools or blood in the urine stop taking this medicine immediately and consult your doctor or accident and emergency
department of your local hospital as soon as possible.
If you experience any other worrying side effects which you think may be
due to this medicine, discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist.
How to store
Aceclofenac
- Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
- Store in a cool dry place,
away from direct heat and light.
- Never keep out of date or unwanted medicines. Discard them safely out of the reach of children
or take them to your local pharmacist who will dispose of them for you.
Synonym Bristaflam
Venezuela: Airtal
United Kingdom: Preservex
United Arab Emirates: Aceclofar
Switzerland: Locomin
Sweden: Barcan Sanein Gerbin Falcol Airtal
Spain: Airtal Difucrem
Russia: Airtal (Аэртал) Biofenac
Portugal: Airtal
Norway: Barcan
Netherlands: Biofenac
Mexico: Bristaflam Gladio
Italy: Airtal
Ireland: Airtal* Zerodol Movon
India: Aceclo
Hungary: Aflamin Sovipan* Biofenac
Greece: Aceclonac
Germany: Beofenac
France: Cartrex
Finland: Barcan
Denmark: Barcan Bristaflam*
Chile: Airtal Proflam Cecoflan
Brazil: Aceflan* Biofenac
Belgium: Air-Tal
Austria: Beofenac Bristaflam*
Argentina: Berlofen