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Dolokind Ortho Tablet

Manufactured byMANKIND PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsGlucosamine (750 mg) + Aceclofenac (100 mg) + Methylsulfonylmethane (250 mg)
Description
Dolokind Ortho Tablet is a combination of Glucosamine, Aceclofenac and Methylsulfonylmethane. It is used to treat pain and swelling due to arthritis. It also facilitates the regeneration of damaged protective layers (cartilage) between the ends of bones and reduces friction, thus reducing pain when there is a movement. Dolokind Ortho Tablet may be prescribed alone or with other medications to treat arthritis. Dolokind Ortho Tablet use can cause side effects like nausea, constipation, diarrhoea and indigestion. Urine discolouration may be seen in some people. If any of these side effects do not resolve or worsen, consult your doctor at the earliest. Dolokind Ortho Tablet should be taken with food to avoid an upset stomach. Do not self-medicate or stop on your own even if you feel better. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Do not use it for a longer duration than prescribed and avoid exceeding the prescribed dose. Dolokind Ortho Tablet may not be suitable for everybody. Inform your doctor if you take any other medications or have/had any medical condition of the kidneys, liver, or stomach ulcer(s), etc. Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Dolokind Ortho Tablet

  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Skin rash
  • Loss of appetite
  • Indigestion
  • Heartburn
  • Bloating
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Insomnia

Uses of Dolokind Ortho Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Osteoarthritis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The actual time Dolokind Ortho Tablet takes to show its effect is not known. However, you may have relief from pain in few hours.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The duration that Dolokind Ortho Tablet remains active in the body is not known. However, this might vary from person to person.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while treatment with Dolokind Ortho Tablet due to the risk of stomach bleeding.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Dolokind Ortho Tablet has no habit forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Dolokind Ortho Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the risk of harmful effects on your foetus. Avoid using it, and your doctor may advise an alternative medication with the same therapeutic response.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Avoid Dolokind Ortho Tablet during breastfeeding. Since traces of the medicine pass into breast milk and can affect your baby. Discuss the benefits and risks with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Dolokind Ortho Tablet if you are allergic to it. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.

Gastrointestinal bleeding

Dolokind Ortho Tablet may cause stomach and intestinal bleeding and ulcer(s). Therefore, caution should be exercised while using in people with gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation disorders since it may worsen the condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Dolokind Ortho Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy due to the risk of harmful effects on your foetus. Avoid using it, and your doctor may advise an alternative medication with the same therapeutic response.

Breast-feeding

Avoid Dolokind Ortho Tablet during breastfeeding. Since traces of the medicine pass into breast milk and can affect your baby. Discuss the benefits and risks with your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Skin rash

Dolokind Ortho Tablet may cause skin allergies These events may be severe in rare cases. Signs and symptoms like rashes, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), fever, or other allergic symptoms should be reported to your doctor immediately. The treatment should be discontinued if these symptoms appear.

Bleeding disorders

Dolokind Ortho Tablet may prolong the blood clotting time and therefore increase the risk of bleeding. Use it cautiously if you have bleeding or clotting defects such as haemophilia (a genetic disorder in which the blood does not clot properly), vitamin K deficiency, and hypoprothrombinemia (deficiency of blood clotting factor prothrombin).

Driving or operating machinery

Dolokind Ortho Tablet may cause sleepiness, blurred vision or dizziness. Hence, it is advised not to drive vehicles and operate heavy machines if you experience the mentioned symptoms after taking this medicine.

Diabetes mellitus

Dolokind Ortho Tablet should be used with caution if there is a known history of Diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of alteration of blood sugar levels. Your doctor may monitor your blood sugar levels closely.

Missed Dose

If you forget to take a Dolokind Ortho Tablet dose, make sure that you remember to take your next dose when it is due. Do not take two doses together to make up for a forgotten dose.

Overdose

Never take Dolokind Ortho Tablet more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine, go to the emergency department of your local hospital.
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

N/A

Instructions

Consumption of alcohol is not recommended while treatment with Dolokind Ortho Tablet due to the risk of stomach bleeding.
Interaction with Medicine

Warfarin

Digoxin

Lithium

Disease interactions

Gastro-Intestinal toxicity

Long term use of Dolokind Ortho Tablet can cause damage to the stomach and intestine. Serious conditions like bleeding, ulceration, and perforation of the stomach or intestinal wall can occur.

Impaired kidney function

Prolonged use of Dolokind Ortho Tablet may cause kidney problems, such as painful urination and protein or blood in the urine. Hence, this medicine should be used cautiously if you have kidney problems. Your doctor may monitor your kidney function closely.

Heart Disease

Long-term use of Dolokind Ortho Tablet may increase the risk of a heart attack in people with pre-existing heart conditions or heart failure. Your doctor may monitor your heart function closely.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Dolokind Ortho Tablet orally with or after food to avoid stomach irritation. Never take more than the prescribed dose. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Dolokind Ortho Tablet affects you. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Dolokind Ortho Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage. Avoid taking it with any other medicine containing Paracetamol (drugs for pain/fever or cough and cold) without asking your doctor first. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Do not break, crush or chew the tablet in your mouth.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Effect on sleep is not established

How it works
Dolokind Ortho Tablet is a combination of Glucosamine, Aceclofenac and Methylsulfonylmethane. Glucosamine helps in the building of cartilage (soft tissue around the ends of bones). Aceclofenac blocks certain chemicals responsible for pain and swelling. Methylsulfonylmethane is a nutritional supplement that helps in maintaining healthy and flexible joints.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Nutraceutical products, Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents

Schedule

Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 11 Oct 2021

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