Altocerin 50mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Altocerin 50mg Tablet is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis. It lowers pain and swelling and helps the stiff joints to heal quickly. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines.
Altocerin 50mg Tablet is used for relief from pain and stiffness of joints.
Altocerin 50mg Tablet is used for relief from pain and stiffness of joints.
Uses of Altocerin Tablet
Benefits of Altocerin Tablet
In Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. Altocerin 50mg Tablet helps relieve pain and reduces inflammation and swelling in your joints due to this condition. This will ensure that you have a better, more active, quality of life.
Additionally, you may consider simple lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, losing weight, maintaining good posture while doing various daily activities, and wearing comfortable footwear. This will help you manage mild symptoms of osteoarthritis very effectively in the long run.
Additionally, you may consider simple lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, losing weight, maintaining good posture while doing various daily activities, and wearing comfortable footwear. This will help you manage mild symptoms of osteoarthritis very effectively in the long run.
Side effects of Altocerin Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Altocerin
- Diarrhea
- Urine discoloration
How to use Altocerin Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Altocerin 50mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Altocerin 50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Altocerin 50mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Altocerin 50mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Altocerin 50mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Altocerin 50mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Altocerin 50mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Altocerin 50mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Altocerin 50mg Tablet helps relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis.
- Exercise to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight along with taking this medication.
- It may take several weeks to see treatment benefits. Keep taking the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
- It may increase your blood sugar level. If you are diabetic, monitor your levels regularly.
- Do not take Altocerin 50mg Tablet if you are suffering from diarrhea or are above 60 years of age.
- Let your doctor know if your symptoms do not improve even after two to three months of taking the medication.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Anthracenecarboxylic Acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
Proteoglycan synthesis Stimulator
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Name: Acto Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: 11-12-23 Road No 1, Income Tax Colony, Sri Rama Krishna Puram, Saroornagar, Hyderabad 500035.
Country of origin: India
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