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Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection

Manufactured byFdc Ltd.
ContainsAceclofenac
Description
Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine used to reduce pain from various conditions. It provides effective relief from severe pain, stiffness, and swelling due to ankylosing spondylitis and arthritis namely, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Aceclofenac works by preventing the release of a chemical substance that causes pain and swelling in the body. Common side effects of Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection are pain at the injection site pain, weakness, and headache. Do not use this medicine if you are previously allergic to it. Use it cautiously in individuals with liver and kidney problems. Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection is usually administered in the clinic or hospital by a qualified healthcare professional. It is stored in the clinic or hospital. Aceclofenac injection relieves pain and swelling due to arthritic conditions but does not cure it.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection

  • Dizziness
  • Pain at the injection site
  • Diarrhoea
  • Indigestion
  • Constipation
  • Skin rash
  • Headache
  • Breathing difficulty
  • Loss of appetite
  • Weakness

Uses of Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection

What is it prescribed for?

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Ankylosing Spondylitis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Aceclofenac injection provides relief from pain within 1 hour of administration.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration of action of aceclofenac injection is not clinically determined.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection is not recommended for use during pregnancy especially in the third trimester (last 3 months) due to the risk of harmful effects on your baby. But in some cases, your doctor may prescribe this medicine during the first 6 months of pregnancy if the benefits outweigh the risks. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before starting the medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. An alternate medicine may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant. If required, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid using Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection if you are previously allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of serious allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Asthma

Patients with asthma may experience allergic reactions while using Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection. Hence it is not recommended for use in patients with asthma, especially those who had experienced allergic reactions with the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines.

Severe Liver/Kidney Impairment

Use of Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection should be avoided in patients suffering from severe impairment of liver/kidney function as it may increase the risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection is not recommended for use during pregnancy especially in the third trimester (last 3 months) due to the risk of harmful effects on your baby. But in some cases, your doctor may prescribe this medicine during the first 6 months of pregnancy if the benefits outweigh the risks. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before starting the medicine.

Breast-feeding

Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. An alternate medicine may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant. If required, it should only be used upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

Heart disease

Long-term use of Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection may increase the risk of a heart attack in patients with pre-existing heart conditions or heart failure. It is not used for treating pain after coronary bypass surgery.

Skin rash

Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection may cause serious skin allergies without any warnings. These events may be fatal in rare cases. Signs and symptoms like rashes, hives, fever, or other allergic symptoms should be reported to the doctor immediately. The treatment should be discontinued if these symptoms appear.

Use in children

Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age.

Heart surgery

Do not use Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection for relieving pain after heart surgery.

Bleeding disorders

Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection may prolong the blood clotting time and therefore increase the risk of bleeding. Use it cautiously in patients with bleeding or clotting defects such as haemophilia, vitamin K deficiency, and hypoprothrombinemia.

Impaired liver function

Patients with liver diseases should ask their pharmacist/doctor how Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection may affect their liver. Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection conversion to its active form may be reduced in patients with impaired liver function, which may lead to liver failure. A dosage reduction may be required in some patients.

Missed Dose

Since Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.

Overdose

Since Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Lithium

Digoxin

Corticosteroids

Antihypertensives

Warfarin

Disease interactions

Kidney Disease

Prolonged use of high doses of Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection may cause kidney problems, such as painful urination and protein or blood in the urine. Hence this medicine should be used cautiously in kidney impaired patients. Close monitoring of kidney function is necessary while receiving this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly. Aceclofenac injection 30ml is used to relieve severe pain, stiffness, and swelling due to arthritic conditions.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Arflur Inj 150 MG Injection stops the release of a chemical called prostaglandins, that increase pain and swelling. Thus, this medicine provides relief from your aches and makes you feel better.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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