Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for ENZOFLAM TAB and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Rare Side-Effects
- 9 Technical Classification
- 10 Prescription Statistics
- 10.1 How Frequently is it taken?
- 10.2 What was the Dosage Advised?
- 10.3 Directions with respect to food?
- 10.4 How long was it prescribed?
- 10.5 What is the break-up across patient age-group?
- 10.6 What is the gender-breakup across patients?
- 10.7 What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
- 10.8 Most common Medicines advised along-side?
- 10.9 Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
- 11 Available Alternatives for ENZOFLAM TAB
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Overview
ENZOFLAM TAB is a Schedule H drug.ENZOFLAM TAB is composed of: PARACETAMOL (500 MG), DICLOFENAC SODIUM (50 MG), SERRATIOPEPTIDASE (15 MG)
Paracetamol is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. The exact mechanism of action of is not known. Paracetamol is used to treat many conditions such as a headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers. It relieves pain in mild arthritis but has no effect on the underlying inflammation and swelling of the joint.
Diclofenac Sodium is an anti-inflammatory painkiller. This non-steroidal drug is used to alleviate symptoms of arthritis such as inflammation, pain, fever and swollen joints. It is used in the treatment of conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylosis and severe menstrual pain. Diclofenac Sodium works by obstructing the production of cyclooxygenase, which synthesizes the compound called prostaglandin. This compound is responsible for symptoms of arthritis such as pain, swelling and inflammation. .
Serratiopeptidase is an enzyme that works by breaking down the chemical messengers involved in pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Serratiopeptidase is used in the treatment of pain relief and swelling.
Usage
PARACETAMOL is generally used to treat: ArthritisPARACETAMOL can address symptoms like: Head Headache, Back Pain, Cold, Fever
DICLOFENAC SODIUM is generally used to treat: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis, Menstrual Cramp, Pain
DICLOFENAC SODIUM can address symptoms like: Fever, Knees Joint Pain
SERRATIOPEPTIDASE can address symptoms like: Body Pain, Body Aches Or Pains
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?
ENZOFLAM TAB is generally taken After Food.Precautions for ENZOFLAM TAB and its Constituents
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, bleeding problems, growths in the nose, heart, kidney or liver disease, liver inflammation, high blood pressure, chickenpox, anxiety, trouble in sleeping, ulcers, stomach problems, stroke, Kawasaki syndrome, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid alcohol consumption. It should not be used in children with infections such as flu, chickenpox or viral infections. Avoid
- Pregnant women, women trying to conceive, smokers and alcoholics should avoid taking Diclofenac Sodium, since it can have harmful effects.
- Avoid taking aspirin or other NSAIDs while you are taking this medicine.
- If you use diclofenac long-term, you may need frequent medical tests.
- Take Diclofenac sodium on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
- Do not crush, chew, or break an extended-release tablet or delayed-release tablet. Swallow it whole.
- Dissolve diclofenac sodium powder in to 2 ounces of water. Do not use any other type of liquid. Stir this mixture and drink all of it right away. It works best if you take it on an empty stomach.
- It is not known whether diclofenac passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
- Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft).
Caution should be exercised in patients with
Symptoms of Overdosage
PARACETAMOL over-dosage can result in: Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Weakness (generalized), Upper Abdomen Pain, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Eyes Yellow EyesDICLOFENAC SODIUM over-dosage can result in: Abdomen Pain, Vomit, Drowsiness, Difficulty Breathing, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
Common Side-Effects
DICLOFENAC SODIUM : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Indigestion, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Abdomen Burn, Abdomen Pain, Belching, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Cloudy Urine With Strong Odor, Constipation, Loose Motion, Dizziness, Head Headache, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Vomit, Pale Skin, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Weight Loss (unintentional)SERRATIOPEPTIDASE : Skin Rash, Diarrhoea, Intestinal Obstruction, Loss Of Appetite
Rare Side-Effects
PARACETAMOL : Skin Rash, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Body ItchingTechnical Classification
PARACETAMOL is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANALGESICS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTSDICLOFENAC SODIUM is categorized as: NONSTEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS
SERRATIOPEPTIDASE is categorized as: PROTEASE INHIBITORS / ANTIVIRAL AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES
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 | 56% |
3 Times Daily | 29% |
2 Times Daily (1-0-1) | 8% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
1TAB | 88% |
1/2tab | 8% |
Directions with respect to food?
After Food | 65% |
Before Food | 35% |
How long was it prescribed?
7 Days | 50% |
5 Days | 29% |
10 Days | 12% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
Below 5yrs | 1% |
12 to 18yrs | 1% |
18 to 35yrs | 34% |
35 to 50yrs | 32% |
50 to 60yrs | 14% |
60 to 70yrs | 12% |
70yrs and above | 6% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
Females | 40% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
Surgeon | 58% |
General Surgery | 19% |
Orthopaedist | 10% |
ENT | 5% |
Physician | 5% |
Rheumatologist | 1% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
CEFTUM 500MG TAB | 28% |
PANTOCID DSR TAB | 27% |
SHIELD OINT | 14% |
OCID 20MG CAP | 12% |
TINIBA 500MG TAB | 12% |
MUPI OINT | 10% |
Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
CBC (HEMATOLOGY) | 15% |
LFT (SCREENING) | 11% |
Available Alternatives for ENZOFLAM TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
ENZOFLAM TAB | INR 95 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 500 MG, DICLOFENAC SODIUM 50 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 15 MG |