Faxcerin GM tablet is a combination medicine that is used for the treatment of pain, stiffness and swelling of your joints associated with osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a condition in which the protective tissue between the bone joints wears off over time leading to pain and tenderness in your joints. This medicine works by promoting the formation of cartilage (soft tissue surrounding your joints) which helps in joint repair). It takes some time to provide symptomatic relief, so this medicine is given along with other pain killers for the initial part of the treatment. This medicine also reduces friction in the joints and makes physical movements more pain free and comfortable. However, the uses of the tablet mentioned here are not comprehensive, there may be other conditions for which the medication may be used upon your doctor’s discretion.
Faxcerin GM tablet is a combination of Diacerein 50 MG, Glucosamine 750 MG and Methylsulfonylmethane 250MG
Faxcerin GM tablet contains calcium supplements that regenerates and maintains mechanical properties of the cartilage and provide strength in load bearing bones, thereby improving flexibility in joints. It delivers essential nutrients to joint cartilage, acts as a lubricant and reduces the inflammation associated with osteoarthritis. Diacerein reduces the swelling in the joints and relieves pain. Glucosamine reduces joint pain and stiffness due to long periods of rest and morning stiffness. Methylsulfonylmethane relieves pain, swelling from osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
Patients with following conditions are suggested to seek advice from their healthcare professionals before taking Faxcerin GM tablet:
Faxcerin GM tablet is usually well tolerated when used in the prescribed dosage guidelines. Most side effects are temporary and usually subsides on their own. However, consult your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. You may experience one or more of the following symptoms:
Take Faxcerin GM tablet as instructed by your doctor. Swallow the tablet whole with water, immediately after opening it from the strip. Do not break or crush or chew the tablet.
Avoid missing or forgetting the dose. If you do, take it as soon as you remember; but if it’s almost time for your next dose, skip it and take it according to your normal schedule. Don’t swallow two doses at the same time which is dangerous to your health.
The tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Take the tablet at the same time every day as it helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body.
Do not change the dose or stop taking the medicine before completion of the course or without consulting your doctor. Continue to use this drug until completion of the maximum amount suggested even though the symptoms disappear after the medicine has begun.
Avoid taking medicine more than the prescribed dosage. If you notice any unusual or abnormal reactions after taking the tablet, promptly seek medical attention. Depending on the dosage of Faxcerin GM tablet, symptoms vary in individuals, you may experience one or more of the following symptoms:
Take Faxcerin GM tablet only on the advice of medical practitioner. Dosage adjustments or complete avoidance of the medication may be required in the following conditions:
Extreme caution is advised among people with kidney problems. Close monitoring of kidney function and adjustments of dose of the medicine may be needed based on the clinical condition of the patient. If you have any renal problems, it is highly recommended that you consult doctor before the consuming this tablet.
Caution is advised among people with liver problems. Close monitoring of liver function and adjustments of dose of the medicine may be needed based on the clinical condition of the patient. If you have any hepatic problems, it is highly recommended that you consult doctor before the consuming this tablet.
Use of this tablet is not advised unless the clinical condition of the patient requires treatment. Despite the fact that there are limited studies in human beings, animal studies have shown effects on the developing baby. It is recommended that you consult your doctor before consuming this medicine.
The medicine is passed to infants through mother’s milk. Infants should be closely monitored. Since there is not enough reliable information about the safety of taking this tablet, consult your doctor if you are nursing mother and stay on the safe side.
Interaction of alcohol with this medicine is unknown. Any symptoms of abnormal reactions after taking the medicine should be reported to your doctor immediately. If you consume alcohol on regular basis, relevant dose adjustments of the medicine may be necessary depending on your clinical condition.
The tablet does not cause drowsiness or dizziness. If you notice any abnormal reactions after taking the medicine, do not drive, operate heavy machinery or involve in any works which may demand your attention or physical strength.
There are no known food interactions with this tablet.
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines which includes over-the-counter drugs, herbal tonics, supplements and medicines that you buy without a prescription. Alert your doctor if you are taking Faxcerin GM with aspirin, clopidogrel, warfarin, Naprosyn, thiazide diuretics (decreases urinary excretion of calcium), antacids containing aluminium salts, nelfinavir, digoxin, levothyroxine, antibiotics (tetracyclines, quinolones), carbamazepine, thiazide diuretics, lithium, verapamil, ceftriaxone.
Category B: Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women.
This medication is an anti-inflammatory agent, prescribed for osteoarthritis and chronic inflammatory arthritis. It works by inhibiting interleukin-1.
Treats morning stiffness and muscle spasm.
Osteoarthritis- Adult-PO- The recommended dose is 50 mg to be taken twice daily. It comes as a tablet and capsule to take by mouth, with food.
Loose motions, epigastric pain, nausea, vomiting. Discoloration of urine, skin allergy rarely occurs.
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Tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs. Make sure to tell about the allergy and what signs you had. This includes telling about rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
If you think there was an overdose, call your local poison control center or ER right away. Signs of a very bad reaction to the drug. Any rash. Side effect or health problem is not better or you are feeling worse.
Sometimes drugs are not safe when you take them with certain other drugs and food. - Taking them together can cause bad side effects. - Be sure to talk to your doctor about all the drugs you take.
Avoid Alcohol
Store it at room temperature (25 to 30°C), and in an airtight container.
Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.
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It is a combination medicine that is used for the treatment of pain, stiffness and swelling of your joints associated with osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis is a condition in which the protective tissue between the bone joints wears off over time leading to pain and tenderness in your joints. This medicine works by promoting the formation of cartilage (soft tissue surrounding your joints) which helps in joint repair). It takes some time to provide symptomatic relief, so this medicine is given along with other pain killers for the initial part of the treatment. This medicine also reduces friction in the joints and makes physical movements more pain free and comfortable.
The tablet is well tolerated when taken in prescribed dosage guidelines. Most common side effects include nausea, diarrhoea, constipation, urine discoloration, heartburn, bloating, headache, fatigue, trouble sleeping, yellowing of skin and eyes, stomach discomfort and pain.
The tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset.
If you ever had impaired kidney function, severe liver impairment or heart disease, let your doctor know before taking this medicine. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you take to ensure that you are healthy. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients used in the tablet, severe renal impairment, intestinal obstruction, ulcerative colitis, Chron’s disease. Caution is advised among patients with impaired glucose tolerance, diabetes mellitus, irritable bowel syndrome, asthma, hepatic impairment, children and elderly, pregnancy and lactation.
The tablet does not cause drowsiness or dizziness. If you notice any abnormal reactions after taking the tablet, do not drive, operate heavy machinery or involve in any works which may demand your attention or physical strength.
The tablet is usually well tolerated when taken in the recommended dosage guidelines. Over dose of the medicine may lead to abdominal pain, worsened blood glucose control, angioedema, increased liver enzymes, impaired biliary secretion.
Use of this tablet is not advised unless the clinical condition of the patient requires treatment. Despite the fact that there are limited studies in human beings, animal studies have shown effects on the developing baby. It is recommended that you consult your doctor before consuming this medicine.
No, do not take the medicine without doctor’s prescription.
Interaction of alcohol with this medicine is unknown. Any symptoms of abnormal reactions after taking the medicine should be reported to your doctor immediately. If you consume alcohol on regular basis, relevant dose adjustments of the medicine may be necessary depending on your clinical condition.
Store the medicine at room temperature (20-30 degree Celsius) in a cool and dry place. Keep the tablet according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Store the medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed.
This tablet is designed to be swallowed with water. If you take them in a way they weren’t intended to be used, you could experience an overdose if the active constituent enters the blood stream too quickly. Alternatively, if it enters your body too slowly, it may never achieve a high enough concentration to be completely functional.
The safety and efficacy of using this tablet in children has not been clinically determined.
The duration required for this medicine to show its effect in the body is not clinically determined.
The duration for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically determined.
Medicines should always be taken under medical supervision. Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor: for dosage and duration. Most recommended dose is one tablet per day.
The number of days that any medicine must be taken varies from patient to patient; and case to case. So always stick to your doctor’s suggestion about how many days to take this medicine.
Use the medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor for the dosage and duration.
Note: All of the above information is for reference purpose only. It is always recommended that you consult a medical professional.
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