Alfenac 200mg/20mg Tablet SR

Alfenac 200mg/20mg Tablet SR is a combination of two medicines. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It may also be used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.

Alfenac 200mg/20mg Tablet SR can be taken with or without food. The dose will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by the doctor.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, flatulence, indigestion, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and constipation. If any of these side effects bother you or get worse, you should speak to your doctor. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.

Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of ulcer or bleeding in your stomach, high blood pressure, or have any trouble with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine, as alcohol can cause excessive drowsiness.

• Pain relief

• Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious side effects.
• It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Alfenac 200mg/20mg Tablet SR affects you.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
• Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long duration.