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Unifen MR Tablet

Manufactured byUNIMARK HEALTHCARE LTD
ContainsDiclofenac (50 mg) + Paracetamol (325 mg) + Methocarbamol (500 mg)
Description
Unifen MR Tablet is a painkiller medicine that consists of Diclofenac, Paracetamol, and Methocarbamol. It provides relief from muscle pain, back pain, neck pain, sprains/strains, pain due to muscle injury, etc. This medicine works by relaxing your muscles and preventing muscle contractions. It also prevents the release of a chemical substance that causes pain and swelling in your body. Unifen MR Tablet can cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach pain, diarrhoea, and sleepiness. These effects are mild and subside by themselves. However, contact your doctor if they last for a long time or if they become severe. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine as it may cause dizziness. Unifen MR Tablet should be taken with food to avoid stomach irritation. Your doctor will determine the dose and duration of treatment depending on the severity of your health condition. For ease of remembering and better results, take it at around the same time every day. Avoid taking it for a longer duration than prescribed by your doctor, as it may lead to undesired effects. Unifen MR Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, or heart problems or a history of stomach ulcers before starting treatment with this medicine. Unifen MR Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age due to the lack of safety and efficacy data. Consult your doctor 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 Unifen MR Tablet

  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Gastric / Mouth Ulcer
  • Bloody and cloudy urine
  • Anaemia
  • Fatigue
  • Stomach pain
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhoea
  • Skin rash
  • Ringing in ears
  • Dizziness when getting up suddenly from a sitting position
  • Lightheadedness
  • Blurred vision
  • Stomach upset
  • Drowsiness

Uses of Unifen MR Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

  • Mild to Moderate Pain associated with Muscle Spasm
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The time required for Unifen MR Tablet to show its action is not known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Unifen MR Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with Unifen MR Tablet as it may increase the risk of serious side effects such as stomach and intestinal bleeding, excessive drowsiness, and liver damage.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Unifen MR Tablet.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Unifen MR Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Hence, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known whether Unifen MR Tablet passes into breastmilk or not. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid taking Unifen MR Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Severe liver/kidney diseases

Unifen MR Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe liver and/or kidney problems. This medicine may further damage your liver and/or kidneys and worsen your condition.

Peptic Ulcer

Peptic ulcers refer to sores in the lining of the stomach and intestine. Unifen MR Tablet is not recommended for use if you have peptic ulcers, as it may cause stomach bleeding and worsen your condition.

Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)

Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) is a surgical procedure that diverts the blood from narrowed or blocked vessels in the heart to improve its blood supply. Unifen MR Tablet is not recommended for use before, during, or after a coronary artery bypass graft surgery as it may cause heart failure.

NSAID-induced asthma

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are medicines used to treat pain and swelling. NSAID-induced asthma is an allergic condition of the respiratory system that may occur after you take an NSAID. These medicines may narrow the airway and provoke mucous secretion in the airway, causing severe breathing difficulty. Unifen MR Tablet is not recommended for use in this condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Unifen MR Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Hence, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

It is not known whether Unifen MR Tablet passes into breastmilk or not. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Effect on heart

Unifen MR Tablet should be used with caution if you have heart problems due to the increased risk of heart attack and other heart complications, especially on prolonged use. Your heart function and vital signs will be closely monitored by your doctor while you are taking this medicine.

Stomach and intestinal toxicity

Unifen MR Tablet may cause damage to the stomach and intestine, especially on prolonged use. Consult your doctor about the potential risks before taking this medicine.

Skin allergies

Unifen MR Tablet may cause skin allergies in some cases. Inform your doctor immediately if you develop signs and symptoms such as rashes, hives (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), or other allergic symptoms.

Driving vehicles or operating machines

Unifen MR Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience such symptoms after taking the medicine.

Chronic malnutrition

Unifen MR Tablet should be used with extreme caution if you are malnourished (lack of proper nutrition in the body) as it may increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may recommend dose adjustments based on your body weight.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Unifen MR Tablet as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose. Contact the doctor in case of an overdose of Unifen MR Tablet.
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 during treatment with Unifen MR Tablet as it may increase the risk of serious side effects such as stomach and intestinal bleeding, excessive drowsiness, and liver damage.
Interaction with Medicine

Carbamazepine

Ramipril

Leflunomide

Phenytoin

Tramadol

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Unifen MR Tablet should be used with caution if you have pre-existing liver problems due to the increased risk of serious side effects. It may also cause further liver damage. Your doctor may suggest tests to closely monitor your liver function while taking this medicine. Also, your doctor may recommend dose adjustments or suitable alternatives based on your condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions

5-HIAA Urine Test

5-HIAA urine test is performed to detect certain tumours in the digestive tract and to monitor a person's condition. Unifen MR Tablet can interfere with the urine test and may give a false-positive result. Inform your doctor and lab technician about all your current medicines before undergoing the lab test.
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 Unifen MR Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger amounts than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any undesirable effects that persist or worsen. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

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

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Unifen MR Tablet is a combination medicine that consists of Diclofenac, Paracetamol, and Methocarbamol. Diclofenac and Paracetamol inhibit the formation of a substance in the body that causes pain, swelling, and redness. Methocarbamol blocks the pain signals from reaching your brain.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, Miscellaneous analgesics, Muscle relaxants

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 13 Jul 2022

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