Altraday Capsule 10’s is a combination medication primarily used to reduce and relieve pain and inflammation (swelling) associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Altraday Capsule 10’s may also be indicated in the treatment of pain associated with post-traumatic and post-operative cases. Altraday Capsule 10’s combines two drugs: Aceclofenac (painkiller) and Rabeprazole (antacid). Aceclofenac works by blocking the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes other chemical prostaglandins. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser prostaglandins are produced. This helps reduce mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Aceclofenac has been reported to cause gastric discomfort and acidity. Hence, it is combined with Rabeprazole, a medicine belonging to a group of proton pump inhibitors that reduce the amount of acid the stomach makes, thus preventing damage to the stomach. Thus, the combination helps alleviate pain with minimal gastric irritation caused due to Aceclofenac alone.
Take Altraday Capsule 10’s as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Altraday Capsule 10’s for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience indigestion, stomach pain, constipation, dizziness, nausea and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Altraday Capsule 10’s do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor. Before taking the Altraday Capsule 10’s, let your doctor know about all your allergic or hypersensitivity reactions to medicines or food. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney, liver, or heart disease. Altraday Capsule 10’s may cause dizziness, so avoid driving or operating machinery unless you are alert. Altraday Capsule 10’s is not recommended for use during pregnancy, breastfeeding and in children. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Altraday Capsule 10’s as it could lead to increased dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.
HOW ALTRADAY CAPSULE WORKS
ALTRADAY CAPSULE relieves pain and inflammation where Aceclofenac blocks the release of prostaglandins (certain chemicals) responsible for causing pain and inflammation and Rabeprazole relieves acidity caused by aceclofenac by specific inhibition of an enzyme system at the secretory surface of stomach cells, that results in blockage of the final step of acid production.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Always take ALTRADAY CAPSULE as directed by your physician. Swallow it with a glass of water and do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of ALTRADAY CAPSULE treatment depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Medicinal Benefits
Altraday Capsule 10’s is a combination of two drugs: Aceclofenac (painkiller) and Rabeprazole (antacid). Aceclofenac belongs to the class of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (pain killers) that block the effect of a chemical messenger in your body, known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes that make another chemical ‘prostaglandins’ (PG). Prostaglandins play an important role in controlling pain and inflammation. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser PGs are produced. Thereby, it helps relieve pain and swelling associated with different types of arthritis, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis (pain and stiffness in the backbone). On the other hand, Rabeprazole belongs to proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) that help reduce the excess amount of stomach acid and bile produced. Aceclofenac has been reported to cause gastric discomfort and acidity. Hence, it is combined with Rabeprazole, a medicine that reduces the amount of acid made by the stomach, thus preventing damage to the stomach. Thus, the combination is superior as it helps alleviate pain with minimal gastric irritation caused due to Aceclofenac alone. Altraday Capsule 10’s is also used to relieve toothache, lower back, ear, and throat pain.
Drug Warnings
Do not take Altraday Capsule 10’s if you are allergic to Altraday Capsule 10’s, have severe heart failure, suffered bleeding problems (such as bleeding from the stomach or bowels while taking any pain killers) or liver or kidney problems, have suffered bleeding problems and clotting problems. Inform your doctor before taking Altraday Capsule 10’s if you have or had disorders of the stomach, blood circulation problems to the brain, asthma, porphyria (a disorder in the formation of red blood pigment), diabetes, high blood pressure, systemic lupus erythematosus (an autoimmune condition that causes joint pain, fever and skin rashes), colitis or Crohn’s disease (conditions causing swelling of the bowel, diarrhoea, bowel pain, vomiting and weight loss); if you are recovering from major surgery or if you are elderly. Do not take Altraday Capsule 10’s if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Altraday Capsule 10’s contains Aceclofenac which should not be used during the last three months of pregnancy. Altraday Capsule 10’s may be excreted in breastmilk. Therefore, avoid breastfeeding and consult a doctor. Altraday Capsule 10’s should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Altraday Capsule 10’s can cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol with Altraday Capsule 10’s as it could lead to increased drowsiness and increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Do not take other NSAIDs for pain relief or Altraday Capsule 10’s unless prescribed. Prolonged intake of PPIs or proton pump inhibitors like Rabeprazole may cause brittle bones so intake of Vitamin D and calcium can be additionally given by your doctor while using Altraday Capsule 10’s.
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