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Fortagin Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

ACECLOFENAC-100MG + PARACETAMOL-325MG

Uses:

<p>Fortagin Tablet is used in the treatment of Pain, Inflammation, and fever. The detailed uses of Fortagin Tablet are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Pain Relief</strong>: Fortagin Tablet is used to relieve pain, by its analgesic effects, which block pain signals and reduce discomfort.</li><li><strong>Inflammation: </strong>Fortagin Tablet helps to reduce inflammation and swelling associated with conditions like arthritis, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis.</li><li><strong>Fever Reduction: </strong>Fortagin Tablet is used to bring down elevated body temperature, providing relief from discomfort associated with fever.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Fortagin Tablet helps to reduce pain and inflammation caused by various complications or conditions.
  • It significantly works on providing relief from pain for extended hours.
  • It contains paracetamol, which is less irritant to the stomach than other painkillers. Hence, it is well tolerated by patients who have an allergy to aspirin or a risk of gastrointestinal bleeding or ulcer formation.
  • Besides this, it does not affect bleeding time and also helps in reducing fever due to pain or swelling.

FAQs

Fortagin Tablet is used to reduce pain and inflammation.

No, Fortagin Tablet does not cure Rheumatoid arthritis but instead, it helps in reducing the pain and inflammation caused by it as it a pain killer.

Yes, Fortagin Tablet is may cause nausea or vomiting in some people. In order to avoid the same, you should take Fortagin Tablet with milk or food. In case you are still experiencing excessive nausea while consuming Fortagin Tablet, speak with your doctor right away.

No, do not suddenly stop taking Fortagin Tablet. If you want to stop taking this medicine, consult your doctor and he might gradually reduce the dose to avoid an unwanted increase in pain or inflammation.

No, Fortagin Tablet should ideally not be taken for stomach pain without consulting a physician. This medication can increase the secretion of stomach acid, which may worsen gastritis or an unknown underlying stomach ulcer.

Patients with mild to moderate renal impairment should be kept under surveillance. The lowest effective dose should be used and renal function monitored regularly. Effects on renal function are usually reversible on withdrawal of Fortagin Tablet.

Yes, let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicine for pain, arthritis or fever. If you experience dark stools, blood in vomit, or stomach pain, stop taking Fortagin Tablet and consult your doctor immediately, as these could be signs of bleeding in your stomach or intestine. Take Fortagin Tablet only for the duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more than the prescribed dose, as it may cause an overdose.

Fortagin Tablet already contains Paracetamol and Aceclofenac. So, avoid taking additional paracetamol. If your pain does not subside, consult your doctor so that they may increase the dose or add another medicine depending on your condition.

Yes, Fortagin Tablet is a painkiller. It contains Aceclofenac and Paracetamol, which helps to relieve pain.

You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking Fortagin Tablet with antibiotics to avoid drug interactions.

Fortagin Tablet is safe if used as advised by the doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions.

Yes, the use of Fortagin Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, lightheaded, unsteady, or weak) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, take rest for sometime and resume once you feel better.

Fortagin Tablet is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to any of its ingredients or in patients or other painkillers (NSAIDs). Patients with a history of stomach ulcers or active, recurrent stomach ulcer/bleeding should ideally avoid taking Fortagin Tablet. Additionally, patients with a history of high blood pressure, heart failure, and kidney or liver disease, should also avoid taking Fortagin Tablet.

Yes, Fortagin Tablet be taken with vitamin B-complex as it helps to treat vitamin deficiency that may be the cause of underlying pain. However, please consult your doctor before using Fortagin Tablet with other medicines or supplements.

No, taking higher dose of Fortagin Tablet than recommended may cause serious liver damage or allergic reactions such as swelling of the mouth, face and throat; itching; rash or difficulty in breathing. If the pain is not relieved or if you are experience increased severity of pain by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor.

Store Fortagin Tablet at room temperature in a dry place. Protect from sunlight. Keep it out of reach of children.

Fortagin Tablet may take about 1.5 to 3 hours after oral administration to show its effect. However, the time may vary with every individual patient to get the desired results.

The dosage of Fortagin Tablet will be decided by your doctor. Follow doctor’s instructions. Do not take more than the recommended dose.

No, you are not recommended to take Fortagin Tablet along with other painkiller tablets as it may cause unwanted side effects such as stomach ulcers or pain. Therefore, please consult your doctor before taking Fortagin Tablet with other medicines.

Fortagin Tablet is not recommended for children as the safety and efficacy have not been established.

Fortagin Tablet contains Aceclofenac (pain reducer) and Paracetamol (fever reducer) which work by blocking the chemical messengers responsible for causing pain, inflammation, and fever.

Take Fortagin Tablet as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

Fortagin Tablet may cause side effects such as nausea, dizziness, diarrhoea, flatulence, or constipation. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

You are preferably advised to take Fortagin Tablet after meals, as food helps to prevent any potential gastric irritation the drug might cause when taken on an empty stomach. Follow doctor’s instructions.

If you forget to take a dose of Fortagin Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the risk of side effects.

You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking other medicines with Fortagin Tablet to avoid drug interactions.

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