Articure injection 75mg / 2ml / 20mg / 2ml

About Articure injection 75mg / 2ml / 20mg / 2ml

Articure Injection Uses

• Short term relief of acute back pain
• Post operative pain after surgery
• Pain from muscle sprains, strains and minor trauma
• Joint pain flare ups like acute gout or arthritis

Articure Injection Benefits

• Fast acting relief compared with oral tablets
• Lidocaine reduces pain at the injection site
• Useful when oral medicines cannot be taken

Clinics in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Rawalpindi use Articure for quick pain relief after minor injuries or surgery, given by trained medical staff only.

Diclofenac sodium reduces pain, swelling and inflammation. Lidocaine numbs the site so the shot feels more comfortable.

This injection suits short term use only, usually no more than two days in a row. Longer relief needs a different plan from the doctor.

Drug Class

• NSAID (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug)
• Local anesthetic

Articure injection 75mg / 2ml / 20mg / 2ml formula

• Diclofenac Sodium
• Lidocaine Hydrochloride

Available forms

• Injection

How to use Articure injection 75mg / 2ml / 20mg / 2ml?

• Articure is given only as a deep intramuscular injection by a trained health professional.
• One ampoule is usually enough for a single dose, as advised by the doctor.
• This injection is not meant for self administration at home.
• Repeated doses should be spaced out as directed, usually not more than once daily.
• Use beyond two consecutive days needs the doctor's reassessment.

Drug Interactions

• Blood Thinners: Diclofenac can increase the risk of bleeding when combined with anticoagulants like warfarin.
• ACE Inhibitors: Combined use can reduce kidney function and blood pressure control.
• Other NSAIDs: Taking more than one NSAID at a time raises the risk of stomach and kidney side effects.
• Lithium: Diclofenac can raise lithium levels in the blood to an unsafe level.

Risks and warnings

• Cardiovascular Risk: NSAIDs like diclofenac can raise the risk of heart attack or stroke, especially with long term use.
• Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Stomach ulcers and bleeding are possible, more so in older adults.
• Kidney Function: Diclofenac can affect kidney function, particularly in people who are dehydrated or have existing kidney disease.
• Injection Site Reactions: Pain, redness or swelling can occur at the injection site.
• Allergic Reactions: Rare but serious allergic reactions to diclofenac or lidocaine can occur.

Side Effects

• Pain or redness at the injection site
• Nausea
• Stomach upset
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Drowsiness
• Skin rash

Storage Conditions

Store Articure ampoules at room temperature, away from direct light and heat. Do not use the ampoule if the solution looks discolored or contains particles. Keep out of reach of children.