Dioflam Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dioflam Tablet Information

Dioflam Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Neuropathic Pain, Epilepsy.

The right dosage of Dioflam Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Dioflam Tablet include Sleepiness, Dizziness, Drowsiness. These side effects of Dioflam Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

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

Some other conditions that can be affected by Dioflam Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Dioflam Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dioflam Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Dioflam Tablet Benefits & Uses

Dioflam Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Neuropathic Pain (Read More - How to Treat Nerve Pain at Home: Effective Remedies)
Epilepsy

Dioflam Tablet 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
Adult	Disease: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Methylcobalamin (1500 mcg), Pregabalin (150 mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Neuropathic (Nerve) Pain Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Methylcobalamin (1500 mcg), Pregabalin (150 mg)/Tablet

Dioflam Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Dioflam Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Dioflam Tablet can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Dioflam Tablet, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Dioflam Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Dioflam Tablet. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Dioflam Tablet on the Kidneys?

Dioflam Tablet has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Dioflam Tablet on the Liver?

Using Dioflam Tablet does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Dioflam Tablet on the Heart?

Dioflam Tablet is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Dioflam Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Captopril

Lorazepam

Moderate

Pentazocine

Codeine

Dioflam Tablet Contraindications

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

Suicidal Tendency
Heart Failure
Depression
Glaucoma

Frequently asked Questions about Dioflam Tablet

Is this Dioflam Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Dioflam Tablet is addictive.

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

After taking Dioflam Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Dioflam Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

Dioflam Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Dioflam Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dioflam Tablet

Taking Dioflam Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dioflam Tablet

Taking Dioflam Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Dioflam Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Dioflam Tablet?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

The general recommended an oral dose of the Dioflam Tablet is 1500 µg daily, divided into three doses. It is also available in other forms such as injectibles. Patients with critically low levels of methylcobalamin are often recommended by to take intramuscular injections to cover up for their deficiency.

Question almost 6 years ago

What are the different types of neuralgia that can be treated with the Dioflam Tablet?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

The Dioflam Tablet can be used for the treatment of subacute herpetic neuralgia (pain that persists for 30 to 120 days following a rash by herpes zoster), glossopharyngeal neuralgia (extreme pain at the back of the tongue, throat or ears) and trigeminal neuralgia (extreme pain caused via trigeminal nerve from face to the brain).

Question over 5 years ago

Are there any dermatological side effects of Dioflam Tablet therapy?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Yes, there may be some undesirable effects associated with Dioflam Tablet such as acne, acne-rosacea (redness of the face) and some allergic reactions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Dioflam Tablet cause breathing difficulties?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you may experience mild breathing problems while taking Dioflam Tablet. Try not to wear tight-fitted clothing while you are facing breathing difficulties go in an open space to breathe normally. However, if you are feeling extreme discomfort and breathlessness call your doctor right away.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Dioflam Tablet be used for the treatment of neck pain?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, the spontaneous pain, tingling, burning and itching associated with neck pain alleviates with the use of the Dioflam Tablet.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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