Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It is also used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule should be taken in an empty stomach. 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, 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.
Uses of Samurai Capsule
Benefits of Samurai Capsule
In Pain relief
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule relieves pain, reduce swelling and ease inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondolytis. It also gives relief from muscle and back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat. It works by reducing substances in the body that causes pain and swelling. Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule contains an antacid that prevents acidity that may occur due to this medicine. Take it as prescribed to get the most benefit. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Side effects of Samurai Capsule
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 Samurai
- Nausea
- Flatulence
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Flu-like symptoms
How to use Samurai Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
How Samurai Capsule works
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Diclofenac and Rabeprazole which relieve pain. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain, fever and inflammation (redness and swelling). Rabeprazole is a proton-pump inhibitor which prevents damage to the stomach lining caused by Diclofenac.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule may cause headaches, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule may cause headaches, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended in patients with liver disease if this medicine is to be taken for a long time.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended in patients with liver disease if this medicine is to be taken for a long time.
What if you forget to take Samurai Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule reduces pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis.
- It may also be used to relieve pain in tooth, lower back, ear and throat.
- 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 Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule 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.
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PAIN ANALGESICS
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What are you using Samurai Capsule for?
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FAQs
What is Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule used for?
Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule is prescribed to manage pain and inflammation in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, musculoskeletal pain, and other joint or muscle disorders.
Who should not use Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule?
Do not use Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule if you are allergic to diclofenac or rabeprazole. It should also be avoided in individuals with severe liver or kidney disease, active or past peptic or duodenal ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, or severe heart failure. People who have experienced allergic reactions (such as asthma, angioedema, or hives) to painkillers should also avoid it. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should use Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule only under medical supervision.
Are there any serious side effects or warnings for Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule?
Although rare, serious side effects of Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule may include black or bloody stools, severe stomach pain, vomiting blood (signs of gastrointestinal bleeding), severe allergic reactions (rash, swelling, difficulty breathing), and signs of liver or kidney problems (yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, extreme fatigue). Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of these symptoms.
How long should I use Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule?
Take Samurai 100 mg/20 mg Capsule only for the duration prescribed by your doctor. Prolonged or unnecessary use increases the risk of side effects. Do not stop taking it suddenly without consulting your doctor.
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- Diclofenac. Rouse Boulevard, Philadelphia: Iroko Pharmaceuticals; 1998 [revised Oct. 2013]. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Rabeprazole. Charlotte, North Carolina: FSC Laboratories; 1999 [revised Dec. 2014]. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Rabeprazole. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Address: Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
Country of origin: India
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