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  • Pain due to arthritis and osteoarthritis
  • Menstrual cramps
  • Joint pain
  • Migraine
  • Pain associated with gout
  • Muscle spasm
  • To get rid of mild to moderate fever
  • Bone pain
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Tendonitis
  • Sprains
  • Pain associated with fractures
  • Back pain
  • Pain due to frozen shoulder
  • Neck pain
  • Bursitis

Caflam Tablet 50mg

by Novartis

Caflam is a painkiller and also shows anti-inflammatory actions up to some extent.

Rs. 256
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Caflam Tablet Uses

Caflam is used to relieve inflammation and pain caused due to various inflammatory conditions. It works by stopping the release of chemical mediators that cause pain and inflammation. This makes it useful in treating painful conditions like arthritis, joint pain, menstrual pain, migraine, etc.

Caflam Tablet 50mg formula

  • Diclofenac potassium

Available forms

  • Tablet

Risks and warnings

You should know the risks and warnings of Caflam to prevent its misuse.

There are some specific circumstances under which the use of certain medications is contraindicated or considered dangerous. So if you are taking any medicine its always a good practice to familiarize yourself with its risks and warnings.

The risks and warnings associated with Caflam are:

Allergy or Hypersensitivity

People with allergies to diclofenac should not take Caflam. Allergies can be mild, but in certain cases, people may also have a severe reaction, known as anaphylactic shock. In this condition, the person is under an imminent threat of death, unless they are given immediate medical care or shot from an EpiPen.

Thus, disclose all your allergies to your healthcare provider so that your medical history contains all information.

Heart diseases

Patients with heart disease, like prior heart attacks, must take it with caution because it inhibits the chemical that protects your heart. Tell your healthcare provider about your heart history if they prescribe you Caflam.

Stroke

If you have had a stroke, exercise caution with Caflam intake.

Hypertension

Hypertensive patients must take Caflam with caution, as it retains water in their body, leading to increased blood pressure. However, not always it will raise your blood pressure to a dangerous extent. But you should be selective with its intake, especially if you have hypertension.

Congestive heart failure

Patients suffering from congestive heart failure- a condition in which the heart can not pump blood efficiently, must take Caflam with caution, as it can cause fluid retention and worsen the condition.

Edema

People with edema due to any condition must take Caflam with caution as it retains water in their body, which can worsen it. Your healthcare provider will prescribe it considering the risk versus benefit ratio.

Gastric ulcers

People suffering from gastric ulcers and acidity must take Caflam with extreme caution because it inhibits the chemicals that protect the lining of your gastrointestinal tract. If you have a complaint of a stomach ache or vomiting with Caflam intake, you must report to the healthcare provider soon.

Caflam can cause ulceration in your stomach lining when taken in the long term. However, nowadays, gastro-resistant diclofenac tablets are also available, which protect you from getting gastric ulcers.

Anticoagulants or bleeding disorders

If you are taking anticoagulants or blood thinners, or you have any bleeding disorder, take Caflam only on the advice of a healthcare provider.

Diclofenac inhibits the chemicals responsible for making clotting factors, and anticoagulants also do that. When you take them together, they can result in bleeding due to increased anticoagulant action.

Kidney disease

If your kidneys are not functioning well, your healthcare provider may prescribe milder supplements, or lower dosages, to not overwhelm your kidneys.

Our kidneys perform the vital task of removing toxins and waste products from the body. However, when kidneys are malfunctioning, naturally, their output is decreased i.e., less waste is removed from the body. Thus, patients should put less load on the kidney, as otherwise, the toxins accumulate in the body, which harms the health of the person.

Asthma

Caflam can precipitate existing asthma. Therefore, take it with caution if you are asthmatic.

Liver diseases

The liver does the metabolism and excretion of drugs in the body. However, in cases where the liver is not working efficiently due to failure or disease, drugs get accumulated in the body. That jeopardizes the health of the person.

Thus, people with liver failure should take medicines with caution.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Pregnant women should not take Caflam unless their doctor advises them. It can affect the functioning of your baby’s heart, especially when taken in the third trimester. Breastfeeding mothers should also consult with a healthcare provider before taking it.

How to use Caflam Tablet 50mg?

  • Take Caflam with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush or chew the tablet but swallow it whole. It is suggested that you take the supplement with food.
  • Moreover, take the tablets at the dose and frequency prescribed by your doctor. Before stopping the use of Caflam, you should consult your healthcare provider.

Caflam Side Effects

Generally, Caflam is well tolerated. However, it can cause side effects, such as:

  • Abdominal pain
  • Vomit-containing coffee grounds
  • Blood in stool
  • Constipation
  • Black stools

Drug Interactions

Caflam can interact with certain drugs. However, a drug interaction does not mean that the patient stops taking the medication on their own. Instead, the correct protocol is to report to their healthcare provider, who will take the required necessary steps:

Caflam can interact with medicines, such as:

  • ACE inhibitors like captopril, fosinopril and enalapril, etc
  • Angiotensin receptor blockers like losartan, valsartan etc
  • Corticosteroids like prednisolone
  • Potassium supplements
  • Aspirin
  • Lithium
  • Blood thinners like clopidogrel, enoxaparin, warfarin, etc

To prevent drug interactions, you should give a detailed history to your healthcare provider. Include the current medical conditions of your physical and mental health alongside previous experience of any health complications. Similarly, also enlist your risk factors. It will give the doctor a holistic view of your health, and they can accordingly adjust the dosage, frequency, or type of the medicine to prevent drug interactions.

Storage Conditions

  • Keep the medicine out of sight and reach of children
  • Store at room temperature.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the price of Caflam Tablet 50mg in Pakistan?

The Caflam Tablet 50mg price in Pakistan is Rs. 256

What is Caflam Tablet 50mg used for?

Caflam Tablet 50mg is used in the following conditions:
  • Pain due to arthritis and osteoarthritis
  • Menstrual cramps
  • Joint pain
  • Migraine
  • Pain associated with gout
  • Muscle spasm
  • To get rid of mild to moderate fever
  • Bone pain
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Tendonitis
  • Sprains
  • Pain associated with fractures
  • Back pain
  • Pain due to frozen shoulder
  • Neck pain
  • Bursitis

What is Caflam Tablet 50mg composed of?

Caflam Tablet 50mg is composed of:
  • Diclofenac potassium

Do you need a prescription to buy Caflam Tablet 50mg?

To buy Caflam Tablet 50mg you must have a prescription signed by your doctor.
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