Cephenac 100 mg (Aceclofenac)

Adult dose

Aceclofenac 100 mg is taken twice daily, every 12 hours. Do not chew or crush this medication; take it whole. Adjust as appropriate according to symptoms. To minimize cardiovascular adverse reactions, the lowest effective dose should be administered for the shortest duration necessary.

This medicine may cause gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcoholic beverages daily; therefore, it is essential to consult a physician or pharmacist. This medication can increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, so individuals with heart diseases, high blood pressure, or diabetes should use it cautiously, and take the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration possible. It may cause severe gastrointestinal issues, including gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, or perforation, so those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases or elderly individuals should be especially cautious. Individuals with active peptic ulcers or bleeding, those allergic to this drug or similar medications, and those sensitive to asthma or aspirin should not take this medication. Those with impaired kidney or liver function, heart failure, or blood coagulation disorders should use this medication cautiously, and women in late stages of pregnancy or breastfeeding should avoid using it. CNS side effects such as dizziness or drowsiness may occur, so driving or operating hazardous machinery should be avoided. This medication may affect liver and kidney functions, necessitating regular examinations, and if a skin rash or severe allergic reaction occurs, treatment should be stopped immediately and a doctor consulted. Due to many drug interactions, especially with anticoagulants, diuretics, antihypertensives, and antidiabetic medications, it is crucial to consult a physician if you are taking these medications. During pregnancy, especially in the last three months, it may harm the fetus, so avoid using it, and women planning pregnancy should also exercise caution. Safety for children and adolescents has not been established, so it is advisable not to use it in this age group. Among the elderly, the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding is higher, requiring special care during use. In cases of overdose, gastrointestinal irritation, hypotension, respiratory depression, or seizures may occur; immediate medical assistance should be sought. Keep out of reach of children and do not transfer to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), gastrointestinal bleeding, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, peptic ulcers, perforation, anaphylaxis, severe allergic reactions, serious cardiovascular thromboembolic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, cardiovascular symptoms, cerebrovascular bleeding, asthma attacks, difficulty breathing, bronchospasm, jaundice, liver abnormalities, sudden and severe headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, severe neurological symptoms, markedly reduced urine output

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• abnormal liver enzyme levels
• itching
• rash
• anemia
• leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• neutropenia
• hemolytic anemia
• aplastic anemia

Store this medication in an airtight container as it may be sensitive to air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius to preserve the medication's efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle