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Topnac, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fever, Muscle Pain, Osteoarthritis. Secondary and off-label uses of Topnac have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Topnac is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Topnac include Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Topnac have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Topnac normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Topnac has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Topnac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Topnac can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Topnac in conditions like Kidney Disease, Asthma, Blood Clotting Disorders. Some other conditions that can be affected by Topnac are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Topnac may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Topnac is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Topnac 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Topnac safe for pregnant women?
Topnac can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Topnac safe during breastfeeding?
Topnac should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Topnac on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Topnac on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Topnac on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Topnac. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Topnac on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Topnac. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Topnac 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 Topnac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Topnac habit forming or addictive?
Topnac does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Topnac as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Topnac does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Topnac is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Topnac
Taking Topnac with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Topnac
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Topnac are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
Yes, Topnac is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Yes, Topnac can be taken safely with a less sedative antihistaminic drug like cetirizine and loratadine etc. No harmful effects are reported. However, another group of antihistamine drug which causes drowsiness and sleepiness like chlorpheniramine, diphenhydramine etc. should not be taken together unless and until recommended by your doctor.
No, Topnac is not a muscle relaxant. It is a painkiller belongs to the class of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Combination of Topnac and the muscle relaxant are also available in the market which used to enhance the pain-relieving capacity of this medicine.
Topnac works by blocking the action of prostaglandins which is responsible for inflammations (swellings) in our body. This helps to relieve temporary painful inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204