Tendonil 60 mg

Tendonil 60 mg | INDICATIONS AND USES

Acemetacin is indicated in

Pain & inflammation associated with musculoskeletal & joint disorders. Such as: Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Low back pain.
Pain after an operation.

Tendonil 60 mg | 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.

Tendonil 60 mg | 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

Tendonil 60 mg | DRUG INTERACTIONS

Acemetacin reduces the antihypertensive effect of b-blockers. Increase risk of convulsion when used with quinolone. Concurrent use with aspirin, NSAIDs or corticosteroids may increase risk of GI bleeding. Increased risk of methotrexate toxicity when used together.

Tendonil 60 mg | 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.

Tendonil 60 mg | USE DURING PREGNANCY AND LACTATION

The safety of this medicine in human pregnancy and lactation has not been established. Some animal reproduction studies showed some toxic/ teratogenic effects on fetus. Therefore, use of this drug during pregnancy and lactation period is not recommended.

Tendonil 60 mg | PRECAUTIONS & WARNINGS

Caution should be taken in elderly people, history of disorders affecting the stomach or intestines, inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure.

Tendonil 60 mg | THERAPEUTIC CLASS

Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

Tendonil 60 mg | STORAGE CONDITIONS

Store in a cool and dry place, below 25℃ and away from light.