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Acefen Information

Acefen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet,Gel. Secondary and off-label uses of Acefen have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Acefen. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Acefen also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Constipation. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Acefen can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Acefen are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acefen is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Acefen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Acefen can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Acefen in conditions like Allergy, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Kidney Disease. The section on Acefen contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Acefen may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Acefen, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Acefen Benefits & Uses
Acefen Dosage & How to Take
Acefen Side Effects
Acefen Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Acefen with Other Drugs
Acefen Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Acefen
Acefen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Acefen Benefits & Uses

Acefen is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Body Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Body Pain)

Other Benefits

Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Osteoarthritis
Knee Pain
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Toothache (Read More - Home remedies for toothache)
Muscle Pain (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Pain
Joint Pain

Acefen Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Acefen Related Warnings

Is the use of Acefen safe for pregnant women?

Acefen may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Acefen again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Acefen safe during breastfeeding?

Acefen can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Acefen on the Kidneys?

Acefen rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Acefen on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Acefen on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Acefen on the Heart?

Acefen may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Acefen with Other Drugs

Acefen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Mifepristone

Probenecid

Moderate

Ciprofloxacin

Acefen Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acefen unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Nausea and Vomiting
Allergy
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Kidney Disease
Cardiac Arrest
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Acefen

Is this Acefen habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Acefen.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Acefen since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Acefen is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Acefen in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Acefen Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Acefen

It is safe to take Acefen with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Acefen

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Acefen with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Acefen

Question over 5 years ago

Is it safe to use Acefen?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, it is safe to use the Acefen for as long as it is prescribed by a doctor. However, in some people it may cause some adverse reactions in which case, they should immediately speak to their doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Acefen contain sulfa?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Acefen does not contain any sulfa moeity. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Acefen?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Acefen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which is used for the treatment of tenderness, swelling, stiffness, and pain associated with osteoarthritis in which there is a breakdown of the lining of the joints, and rheumatoid arthritis in which there is swelling of the lining of the joints. It is also used for alleviation of the menstrual pain, before and during the menstrual cycle. It is also used to relieve fever and pain associated with a headache, minor aches, sprains, common cold, toothache, and backache. It also shows the antiplatelet effect which means it prevents the formation of blood clots. Acefen is used for the treatment of psoriatic arthritis (a chronic skin disease causing scaling and swelling), gouty arthritis (which develops from the built up of some chemical in the joints) and ankylosing spondylitis (arthritis that affects the spine).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Acefen have muscle relaxant properties?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Acefen is not a muscle relaxant. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug which is used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with aches, sprains, and strains.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Acefen increase the risk of heart disease?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, the risk of a heart disease increases with the intake of Acefen, especially during a long-term use, in comparison to those people who do not use Acefen. The drug should be avoided if you have had a history heart attack or cardiac ailments. You must inform your doctor if someone in your family had a heart attack or a stroke, if you smoke, or if you have ever had high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes. Call for the emergency help right away if you experience slurred speech, shortness of breath, chest pain or weakness in one side of the body.