Hifenac MR Tablet

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Hifenac MR Tablet

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Drug Information
Manufactured By - Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Packing - 10 tablets in 1 strip Composition
- Aceclofenac (100mg)Paracetamol/Acetaminophen
(500mg)and Chlorzoxazone (325mg) Salt
Information Aceclofenac, Paracetamol/Acetaminoph
en and Chlorzoxazone
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Why Hifenac MR is Prescribed?
Hifenac MR Tablet Hifenac MR Tablet is prepared
with the combination of Aceclofenac Chlorzoxazone
and Paracetamol/Acetaminophen, hence the effect
of Hifenac MR Tablet is a combination of
properties of the above composition. Aceclofenac
is prescribed for This medication is a
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
prescribed for fever, pain, ankylosing
spondylitis. This drug also has some analgesic
properties which are used to treat
arthritis Paracetamol/Acetaminophen is
prescribed for This medication is a non-opiate
analgesic and antipyretic prescribed for headache
pain (muscle ache backache) and fever either
alone or combined with other medications. Chlorzo
xazone is prescribed for Chlorzoxazone is
prescribed for muscle spasm and the resulting
pain or discomfort.
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Hifenac MR Uses
Hifenac MR is highly used Typical usage of
Aceclofenac This drug is highly used for
Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing
spondylitis, painful joints, and stiffness of the
joints. Typical usage of Paracetamol/Acetaminophe
n Ear pain, fever, headache, malaise, migraine
mild to moderate pain, post-vaccine reaction
short-bowel syndrome. Typical usage of
Chlorzoxazone This drug is mainly used to treat
muscle spasms. Muscle spasm can be easily
understood as any contraction with excessive
pain. It basically occurs when someone picks up
heavy luggage or something without any support.
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Hifenac MR Uses
Below are the dosage information for Hifenac MR
tablet - Dosage of Aceclofenac The recommended
dosage of this drug for an adult is 2mg per kg
not more than 200 mg a day. Therefore you should
take 100 mg twice a day. Dosage of
Paracetamol/Acetaminophen Adults 0.5-1gm 3-6
times daily max 4gm. Children 15mg/kg/dose or
60mg/kg/24hr divided every 6 hrs. Maximum 5 doses
SOS. Dosage of Chlorzoxazone For adults, it
ranges between 250 to 750 mg, 3-4 times a
day. For children, it goes from 125 to 500 mg per
day and that to divide into 3-4 parts.
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Hifenac MR Side-effects
Below are Side-effects of Hifenac MR
Tablet Side effects of Aceclofenac Most of the
patients have reported diarrhea, nausea,
dyspepsia, abdominal pain, dizziness,
respiratory depression, cardiac failure, and
rashes on the skin. The drug should be taken
properly on time and the quantity of it should
not be changed without consulting to your doctor.
Most of the adverse effect of any drug is due to
its improper use. Side effects of
Paracetamol/Acetaminophen Bronchospasm, blood
dyscrasias, centribular necrosis, liver damage,
hypoglycemic, coma, hepatic necrosis, liver
failure, skin rashes, GI adverse effects. Side
effects of Chlorzoxazone Drowsiness, dizziness, 
lightheadedness,  headache, excitement,
restlessness and several side effects also have
been observed in people taking Chlorzoxazone.
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Hifenac MR Use During Pregnancy
Use of Hifenac MR Tablet During
Pregnancy Hifenac-MR Tablet may be unsafe to
use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown
adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are
limited human studies. The benefits from use in
pregnant women may be acceptable despite the
risk. Please consult your doctor. Pregnancy
Safety Information of Aceclofenac Category D
There is positive evidence of human fetal risk
based on adverse reaction data Pregnancy Safety
Information of Paracetamol/Acetaminophen Category
B Animal reproduction studies have failed to
demonstrate a risk to the fetus Pregnancy
Safety Information of Chlorzoxazone Category C
Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse
effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and
well-controlled studies in humans, but potential
benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant
women despite potential risks.
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