Artinil-K Tablet 75mg

About Artinil-K Tablet 75mg

Artinil-K Tablet 75mg Uses

• Relief of joint pain and swelling in rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis
• Ankylosing spondylitis affecting the spine and large joints
• Acute muscle sprains, strains, and sports injuries
• Pain and swelling after surgery or dental procedures
• Toothache and other dental pain
• Painful menstrual periods (primary dysmenorrhea)
• Low back pain and gout flare pain

Artinil-K Tablet 75mg Benefits

• Works faster than enteric coated diclofenac sodium because the potassium salt absorbs quickly
• Eases both pain and inflammation rather than masking pain alone
• The 75mg strength allows simple once or twice daily dosing
• Film coated tablet that is easy to swallow
• Helps restore daily movement and joint function in arthritis
• Widely available at pharmacies across Pakistan

What Experts Say

Diclofenac potassium is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that blocks cyclooxygenase enzymes and lowers the prostaglandins that drive pain, swelling, and fever. The potassium salt dissolves quickly in the stomach, so it reaches the bloodstream faster than enteric coated diclofenac sodium, which makes it useful for acute pain.

Doctors usually prescribe the 75mg strength once or twice a day, keeping the total daily dose within 150mg. Guidelines recommend the lowest effective dose for the shortest time because stomach, heart, and kidney risks rise with higher doses and longer treatment. People with heart disease, uncontrolled blood pressure, kidney problems, or previous stomach ulcers need a doctor's review before starting therapy.

During longer courses, physicians monitor blood pressure, kidney function, and warning signs such as black stools or persistent stomach pain. Arthritis, low back pain, and other musculoskeletal disorders remain frequent reasons for clinic visits across Pakistan, and supervised short NSAID courses help limit unsafe self medication.

Drug Class

• Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)

Artinil-K Tablet 75mg formula

• Diclofenac Potassium 75mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Artinil-K Tablet 75mg?

• Take Artinil-K Tablet 75mg exactly as your doctor prescribes, usually once or twice a day
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water; do not crush or chew it
• Take it with food or milk if it upsets your stomach
• Do not exceed 150mg of diclofenac in 24 hours from all sources
• Use the lowest dose that controls your pain for the shortest possible time
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless the next dose is near; never double up
• Do not combine it with other painkillers such as ibuprofen without medical advice

Drug Interactions

• Other NSAIDs and aspirin: Combining them multiplies the risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding.
• Anticoagulants such as warfarin: Diclofenac increases bleeding risk when taken with blood thinners.
• Corticosteroids: Steroid tablets taken together raise the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.
• SSRI antidepressants: These medicines increase the chance of stomach bleeding when combined with NSAIDs.
• Blood pressure medicines and diuretics: Diclofenac can blunt their effect and strain the kidneys.
• Lithium: NSAIDs reduce lithium clearance and can push levels into the toxic range.
• Methotrexate: Diclofenac can raise methotrexate levels and its toxicity when doses are taken close together.

Risks and warnings

• Stomach bleeding: Diclofenac can cause ulcers and bleeding in the stomach or intestines, sometimes without warning symptoms.
• Heart risk: NSAIDs raise the chance of heart attack and stroke, especially at high doses or with long term use.
• Kidney caution: The drug can reduce kidney blood flow in dehydrated, elderly, or kidney impaired patients.
• Liver caution: Liver enzymes may rise during treatment, so report dark urine, unusual fatigue, or yellowing of the skin.
• Allergy and asthma: Avoid this medicine if aspirin or other NSAIDs have ever triggered asthma, hives, or facial swelling.
• Pregnancy: Avoid diclofenac from 20 weeks of pregnancy onward unless your doctor decides the benefit outweighs the risk.
• Blood pressure: Regular use can raise blood pressure and cause fluid retention in some patients.

Artinil-K Tablet 75mg Side Effects

• Stomach pain or cramps
• Heartburn and indigestion
• Nausea or vomiting
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Gas and bloating
• Headache
• Dizziness or drowsiness
• Skin rash or itching
• Raised blood pressure
• Swelling of the feet or ankles
• Ringing in the ears

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Keep the tablets sealed in the original blister strip until each dose
• Protect the strip from moisture; avoid storing it in the bathroom
• Keep the medicine out of the reach and sight of children
• Do not use tablets after the expiry date printed on the pack