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Powerflam Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Muscle Pain, Toothache, Rheumatic Pain. The alternative uses of Powerflam Injection have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Powerflam Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Powerflam Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Powerflam Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Powerflam Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Powerflam Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Powerflam Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Stomach Infection, Skin Rash, Stroke are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Powerflam Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Powerflam Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Powerflam Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Powerflam Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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.
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Is the use of Powerflam Injection safe for pregnant women?
Powerflam should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Powerflam Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Powerflam on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Powerflam Injection on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Powerflam can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Powerflam Injection on the Liver?
Powerflam may have severe effects on your liver, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Powerflam Injection on the Heart?
Powerflam may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
Powerflam Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Powerflam Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Powerflam Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Powerflam Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Powerflam Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Powerflam Injection only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Powerflam Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Powerflam Injection
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Powerflam Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Powerflam Injection
Taking Powerflam Injection with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Powerflam can be used in a migraine. Diclofenac and other NSAIDs are used in treating migraine. But you are recommended to consult a doctor for the right medication.
No, Powerflam does not cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing weight gain after consuming this drug.
Discontinuation of Powerflam on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Powerflam is a brand name of diclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, ankylosing spondylitis, toothache, dysmenorrhoea, renal colic, post-traumatic disorder and post-operative inflammatory conditions which affords quick relief from pain and wounds and edema (swelling).
Powerflam works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions like sports injuries, dental surgery, bursitis, low backache, dysmenorrhoea, post-operative pain, and osteoarthritis.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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