DN Plus Tablet
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Product introduction
DN Plus Tablet is a combination of three medicines. It is prescribed for treatment of osteoarthritis. It reduces pain and swelling by reducing inflammation. It also reduces friction in the joints and provide comfort during physical movements.
DN Plus Tablet may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. It should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. Take it regularly and do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. You should not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you it is okay to stop.
Using this medicine may cause a few common side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, constipation, indigestion, heartburn, and discoloration of urine. If you experienced any such side effects that does not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing them.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. Let your doctor also know all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Uses of DN Plus Tablet
Benefits of DN Plus Tablet
In Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints of your hands, knees, hips and spine. DN Plus Tablet helps you manage the symptoms of especially knee and hip osteoarthritis and restore mobility. Apart from this, DN Plus Tablet might help in joint repair if taken at the start of symptoms. Mild symptoms of osteoarthritis can sometimes be managed by doing light exercises, losing weight and by wearing a suitable footwear.
Side effects of DN Plus Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of DN Plus
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Heartburn
- Urine discoloration
How to use DN Plus Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. DN Plus Tablet should be taken with or after food.
How DN Plus Tablet works
DN Plus Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Glucosamine, Diacerein and Methyl Sulfonyl Methane, which treats osteoarthritis. Glucosamine and Diacerein are proteoglycan synthesis stimulators while Methyl Sulfonyl Methane (MSM) is a nutritional supplement. Together, they help in the building of cartilage (the soft tissue around the joints) leading to joint repair. MSM additionally lowers inflammation (swelling) of the joints.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking DN Plus Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
DN Plus Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
DN Plus Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether DN Plus Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
DN Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
UNSAFE
DN Plus Tablet is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
What if you forget to take DN Plus Tablet?
If you miss a dose of DN Plus Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- DN Plus Tablet helps in relieving symptoms of osteoarthritis.
- It may take several weeks to see treatment benefits. Keep taking the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
- Any of the side effects other than those mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.
- Let your doctor know if your symptoms do not improve even after two to three months of taking the medication.
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PAIN ANALGESICS
User feedback
Patients taking DN Plus Tablet
Twice A Day
52%
Once A Day
48%
What are you using DN Plus Tablet for?
Others
67%
Osteoarthriti*
33%
*Osteoarthritis
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using DN Plus Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take DN Plus Tablet?
With food
100%
FAQs
What are the storage conditions for DN Plus Tablet?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Can the use of DN Plus Tablet cause indigestion?
DN Plus Tablet may cause indigestion. Take it with or after food to avoid Indigestion. Talk to your doctor if indigestion persists.
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- Fidelix TS, Macedo CR, Maxwell LJ, et al. Diacerein for osteoarthritis. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2014;(2):CD005117. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Methyl Sulfonyl Methane. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Diacerein, Glucosamine Sulfate Potassium Chloride & Methylsulfonylmethane [Patient Information Sheet]. Ahmedabad, Gujarat: TORRENT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD.; 2013. [Accessed 28th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Sain Medicaments Pvt Ltd
Address: 10, H.V.E.S, Building Complex, Kandaswamy Lane, Sultan Bazar Hyderabad-500029, Andhra Pradesh, India
Country of origin: India
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