Dica Tablet
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Introduction of Dica Tablet
Dica Tablet is a medicine used in the treatment of arthralgia (joint pain). It helps in the formation of soft tissue around the joints leading to joint repair. It also reduces friction in the joints and also relieves pain and inflammation in conditions such as osteoarthritis.
Dica Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Dica Tablet1 and Dica Tablet2.
Dica Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Dica Tablet1 and Dica Tablet2.
Uses of Dica Tablet
Benefits of Dica Tablet
In Arthralgia (joint pain)
Arthralgia is a condition with pain and stiffness in the joints that causes difficulty in movement. Dica Tablet helps in reducing this pain and stiffness. It also reduces swelling in the joints. Altogether, it helps in easy movement. Dica Tablet if taken at the start of symptoms of arthralgia might prevent further damage of the joints. This will help you do your daily activities more easily and thus improve your quality of life. Dica Tablet should be taken at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. You should continue taking it until your doctor asks you to stop.
Side effects of Dica 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 Dica
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Indigestion
- Heartburn
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Urine discoloration
How to use Dica 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. Dica Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dica Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dica Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dica Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Dica Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dica Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Dica Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Dica Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Dica Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Dica Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
Dica Tablet
- Dica Tablet is used for the treatment of arthralgia or joint pain.
- It should be taken with food or as directed by the doctor.
- It may take several weeks to see treatment benefits. Keep taking the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Dica Tablet as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, blood sugar level and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.
- Do not stop taking medicine without talking to your doctor first.
Fact Box
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Fidelix S.A, MaxwellT J, et al. Diacerein for osteoarthritis. Cochrane Systematic Review. 2014. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Diacerein. [Accessed 22 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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