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About Coderan 50 mg/50 mg Tablet

DICLOFENAC+CODEINE belongs to the class of medications called ‘analgesics’ used to treat acute or short-term painful conditions in adults. Pain is a widely used term used to describe an unpleasant feeling or discomfort. It ranges from mild to severe. The severity of the pain depends on the underlying condition. It is also classified as acute (short term) and chronic (long term) depending on pain duration. Acute pain, if left untreated, can result in chronic pain in some conditions.

DICLOFENAC+CODEINE is a combination of two medicines: Diclofenac and Codeine. Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing prostaglandin's production (chemical substances that cause pain and inflammation) at the affected site and reducing pain. Codeine is an opioid medication and works by preventing pain signals transmission along the nerves to the brain.

You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The common side-effects of DICLOFENAC+CODEINE are heartburn, indigestion, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, drowsiness, and loss of appetite. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if any of these side effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.

It is not recommended to take DICLOFENAC+CODEINE if you are allergic to any contents of it. Before taking DICLOFENAC+CODEINE, inform your doctor if you have bleeding or ulcer in the stomach, a history of stomach or bowel problems with NSAIDs, blocked intestine, suffered a head injury or increased pressure in the brain, severe breathing problems, severe liver, kidney, heart failure, history of heart attack or stroke, acute alcoholism, diarrhea due to inflammation of the bowel or poisoning and problems with blood circulation. It is not recommended in children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. It should be used with caution in elderly patients. Avoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase the risk of side effects. DICLOFENAC+CODEINE may cause dizziness or drowsiness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are not fully alert.

Uses of Coderan 50 mg/50 mg Tablet

Pain relief

Medicinal Benefits of Coderan 50 mg/50 mg Tablet

DICLOFENAC+CODEINE is used to provide relief from acute painful conditions in adults. It contains diclofenac and codeine. Diclofenac blocks the production of substances that cause pain, swelling, and inflammation, whereas codeine blocks the pain signals and reduces pain. This combination medicine is given when a single pain killer is not effective to treat pain. It is usually used for short-term pain relief.

Directions for Use

DICLOFENAC+CODEINE is available in the form of tablets. Tablets should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew, or break the tablet. The dose and duration of DICLOFENAC+CODEINE are determined by the doctor based on your health condition.

Side Effects of Coderan 50 mg/50 mg Tablet

• Heartburn
• Indigestion
• Stomach pain
• Loss of appetite
• Constipation
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Loss of appetite

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you feel that you need to take more DICLOFENAC+CODEINE tablets to achieve the same pain relief level, inform your doctor immediately. It is a sign of drug tolerance (you do not respond to the drug in the same way as you did initially). In such cases, the doctor may stop the therapy and prescribe another pain killer. Before taking DICLOFENAC+CODEINE, inform your doctor if you have any bowel disorders such as colitis (inflammation of the intestine), been addicted to opioids, alcohol, prescription or illegal drugs, previously experienced withdrawal symptoms when stopped taking alcohol or drugs, history of alcoholism or drug abuse, kidney or liver problems, porphyria (inherited blood disorder), enlarged prostate, an underactive thyroid, gallstones, bleeding disorders, asthma, seasonal allergies, long-term respiratory infections or illnesses, angina (chest pain), blood clots, low or high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, systemic lupus erythematosus (a skin disorder), smoking habit and intolerance to some sugars. DICLOFENAC+CODEINE increases the risk of heart attack or stroke if high doses are used for prolonged periods. So, use it in the dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. If you notice chest pain, breathing difficulties, weakness, or slurry speech, inform your doctor immediately as it can be a sign of problems with the heart or blood vessels. DICLOFENAC+CODEINE is an anti-inflammatory and can mask the symptoms of an infection, so consult your doctor if you feel unwell.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

DICLOFENAC+CODEINE may interact with anticoagulants (warfarin), medications used to treat diabetes, antidepressants (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and lithium), water pills, anticancer agent (methotrexate), medications that suppress the immune system (tacrolimus and ciclosporin), a medicine used to treat urinary tract infections (trimethoprim), quinolone antibiotics, other pain killers (aspirin and ibuprofen), a medication used to terminate the pregnancy (mifepristone), a medicine used to treat heart problems (digoxin), steroids, medications used to treat high blood pressure, a medication used to treat fungal infections (voriconazole), a medication used to treat fits (phenytoin), and medications used to lower cholesterol levels (colestipol and cholestyramine).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

DICLOFENAC+CODEINE should not be used in patients with bleeding or ulcer in the stomach, history of stomach or bowel problems with NSAIDs, severe liver, kidney, heart failure, heart attack history, or stroke and problems with blood circulation.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Consumption of alcohol increases the risk of side effects, such as dizziness, drowsiness, liver damage, and bleeding in the stomach.

PREGNANCY

DICLOFENAC+CODEINE is not recommended during pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. The baby may become dependent and show withdrawal symptoms after birth.

BREAST FEEDING

DICLOFENAC+CODEINE may pass into breast milk and cause unwanted effects in the nursing baby. So, it is not prescribed to breastfeeding mothers.

DRIVING

DICLOFENAC+CODEINE may cause dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, or hallucinations, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are not fully alert.

LIVER

DICLOFENAC+CODEINE should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

DICLOFENAC+CODEINE should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.