DROLGAN FC-TAB

Overview

DROLGAN FC-TAB is a Schedule H drug.

DROLGAN FC-TAB is composed of: ACECLOFENAC (100 MG), DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE (80 MG)

Aceclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic properties. Aceclofenac potently inhibits the cyclo-oxygenase enzyme (COX) that is involved in the synthesis of prostaglandins, which are inflammatory mediators that cause pain, swelling, inflammation, and fever.  It is orally administered for the relief of pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.

Drotaverine is a anti spasmolytic drug used to relive spasmodic pains. It is used in conditions of smooth muscle spasm, peptic ulcer, spastic constipation, control and prevention of pain and dysfunction due to smooth muscle spasms.

Usage

ACECLOFENAC is generally used to treat: Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis

DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Cholecystitis, Cholelithiasis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

DROLGAN FC-TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for DROLGAN FC-TAB and its Constituents


  • if the stools in black or blood consult your doctor.
  • not fully safe to take while pregnant and breastfeeding.
  • swallow the tablet whole with aglass of water do not crush or chew the tablets.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ACECLOFENAC over-dosage can result in: Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Head Headache, Dizziness, Drowsiness
DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE over-dosage can result in: Dry Mouth, Eyes Blurred Vision

Common Side-Effects

ACECLOFENAC : Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Drowsiness, Dizziness
DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE : Skin Irritation, Dry Mouth

Serious Side-Effects

ACECLOFENAC : Black (tar) Colored Stools, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Wheezing

Technical Classification

ACECLOFENAC is categorized as: NONSTEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as:
  • ANALGESIC COMBINATIONS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
  • ANTICHOLINERGICS/ANTISPASMODICS / FUNCTIONAL BOWEL DISORDER AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily (1-0-1)79%
2 Times Daily14%

How long was it prescribed?

5 Days82%
3 Days18%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

12 to 18yrs50%
18 to 35yrs50%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females0%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Urologist100%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

GRAMOCEF O TAB36%
NOCULI B6 SYP21%
RAPILIF 8 MG TAB14%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)21%
SERUM CREATININE (SEROLOGY)21%
URINE ROUTINE (BIOCHEMISTRY)21%
RBS (HEMATOLOGY)21%
USG KUB (RADIOLOGY)14%
USG (RADIOLOGY)14%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Plenty of fluids (Diet)29%

Available Alternatives for DROLGAN FC-TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DROLGAN FC-TABINR 79.6 for 10 TABLETSACECLOFENAC 100 MG, DROTAVERINE HYDROCHLORIDE 80 MG