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Artic Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Secondary and off-label uses of Artic Plus have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Artic Plus depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Artic Plus also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Artic Plus have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Artic Plus go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Artic Plus has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Artic Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Artic Plus is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy, Heart Failure, Hepatic Encephalopathy as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Artic Plus contraindications section.
Additionally, Artic Plus may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Artic Plus is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Artic Plus 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
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Artic Plus is used -
Common
Is the use of Artic Plus safe for pregnant women?
Artic Plus may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Artic Plus again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Artic Plus safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Artic Plus. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Artic Plus on the Kidneys?
Artic Plus may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Artic Plus on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Artic Plus. 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 Artic Plus on the Heart?
Artic Plus is rarely harmful for the heart.
Artic Plus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Unknown
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Artic Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Artic Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Artic Plus.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Artic Plus you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Artic Plus should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Artic Plus cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Artic Plus
It is safe to take Artic Plus with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Artic Plus
Taking alcohol with Artic Plus can be dangerous.
No, you can not take Artic Plus with the antihypertensive drugs because it reduces the effects of the antihypertensive medicine. However, if you experience any sign and symptoms of an adverse reaction after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Artic Plus cannot be taken with ibuprofen. It may increase the chances of side effects if taken together. However, if you experience any undesirable effects after consuming medicine, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Artic Plus 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.
Artic Plus is a brand name for aceclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is mainly used to relieve pain in a patient's suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Additionally, it also reduces fever.
Rarely Artic Plus causes drowsiness. However, if you experience drowsiness after taking this medicine do not indulge in activities which include driving, operating heavy machinery. You are advised to take rest and if need be ask your doctor for some other drug options.
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
KD Tripathi. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206-207
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Acetaminophen (acetaminophen)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Ofirmev (acetaminophen)