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About Eperifen 150mg/100mg Capsule

The DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE belongs to the class of ‘analgesics’ used in treating acute musculoskeletal (bone, muscles, or ligaments) spasms associated with low back pain. Low back pain, also called lumbago, is a condition that affects the lower portion of the spine. It often occurs due to injury, strain, or sprain in the muscles, bones, or ligaments present in the lower back. In most cases, the only symptom of this condition is pain in the lower back.

DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE contains Eperisone and Diclofenac. Eperisone is an antispasmodic. It works by relaxing skeletal muscles and reducing myotonia (inability of muscles to relax). It can relax vascular smooth muscles (present in the blood vessel wall) to improve blood circulation. It can also suppress pain reflexes. Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing prostaglandins' production (chemical substances that cause pain and inflammation) at the affected site (muscle) and reducing pain.

You should use this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The common side-effects of DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE are nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn, diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence (gas), loss of appetite, headache, weakness, drowsiness, dizziness, and skin rash or spots. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

It is not recommended to take DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE if you are allergic to any contents of it. Before taking DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE, inform your doctor if you have bleeding or ulcer in the stomach, a history of stomach or bowel problems with NSAIDs, severe liver, kidney, heart failure, history of heart attack or stroke, and problems with blood circulation. It is not recommended in children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. It should be used with caution in elderly patients. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase the risk of side effects. DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE may cause dizziness or drowsiness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are not fully alert.

Uses of Eperifen 150mg/100mg Capsule

Low back pain

Medicinal Benefits of Eperifen 150mg/100mg Capsule

DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE is used to treat pain associated with muscle spasms that usually occur due to muscle strains, sprains, or injuries in the lower back. It contains eperisone and diclofenac. Eperisone is a muscle relaxant that shows an analgesic effect (relieves pain), whereas diclofenac can reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation in the muscles. It provides fast relief from pain, within a few hours after taking this medicine. It reduces muscle stiffness and enables the easy movement of the muscle. It is also well tolerated when taken at recommended doses. For the best results, rest and physical therapy are also essential along with this medicine.

Directions for Use

DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE is available in the form of tablets. Tablets should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. The dose and duration of DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE are determined by the doctor based on your health condition. Take this medicine with food to avoid side effects associated with the stomach and intestine.

Side Effects of Eperifen 150mg/100mg Capsule

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Heartburn
• Diarrhea
• Indigestion
• Flatulence (gas)
• Loss of appetite
• Headache
• Weakness
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Skin rash or spots

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Before taking DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE, inform your doctor if you have any bowel disorders such as colitis (inflammation of the intestine), kidney or liver problems, porphyria (inherited blood disorder), bleeding disorders, asthma, seasonal allergies, long-term respiratory infections or illnesses, angina (chest pain), blood clots, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, systemic lupus erythematosus (a skin disorder), smoking habit, and intolerance to some sugars. DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE increases the risk of heart attack or stroke if high doses are used for prolonged periods. So, use it in the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. If you notice chest pain, breathing difficulties, weakness, or slurry speech, inform your doctor immediately as it can be a sign of problems with the heart or blood vessels. DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE is an anti-inflammatory and can mask the symptoms of an infection, so consult your doctor if you feel unwell.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

 DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE may interact with anticoagulant (warfarin), medications used to treat diabetes, an antidepressant (lithium), water pills, anticancer agent (methotrexate), medications that suppress the immune system (tacrolimus and ciclosporin), a medicine used to treat urinary tract infections (trimethoprim), quinolone antibiotics, other pain killers (aspirin and ibuprofen), a medication used to terminate the pregnancy (mifepristone), a medicine used to treat heart problems (digoxin), steroids, medications used to treat high blood pressure, a medication used to treat fungal infections (voriconazole), a medication used to treat fits (phenytoin), medications used to lower cholesterol levels (colestipol and cholestyramine), and a muscle relaxant (methocarbamol).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE should not be used in patients with bleeding or ulcer in the stomach, history of stomach or bowel problems with NSAIDs, severe liver, kidney, heart failure, heart attack history, or stroke, and problems with blood circulation.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Consumption of alcohol increases the risk of side effects, such as liver damage and bleeding in the stomach.

PREGNANCY

DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE is usually not recommended during pregnancy, especially if you are more than six months pregnant as it may cause harmful effects on the unborn baby.

BREAST FEEDING

DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE may pass into breastmilk and cause unwanted effects in the nursing baby. So, it is not prescribed to breastfeeding mothers. However, if prescribed, the doctor may advise you to stop breastfeeding while using this medicine.

DRIVING

DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE may cause dizziness or drowsiness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are not fully alert.

LIVER

DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE causes liver damage, so it should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

DICLOFENAC+EPERISONE should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.