Orcerin Capsule (Diacerein 50mg)

Orcerin Capsule

This drug is anti-inflammatory analgesics and antipyretic drug. It is used to treat problems such as joint diseases like osteoarthritis. Also, it helps to minimize the friction and roughness between the joints. This drug also has properties that are important to improve the cartilage strength.

If you are hypersensitive to this drug or any of its ingredients, then it should not be prescribed. If you have severe kidney problems, you should take half the usual dosage. It is not to be used for pregnant and lactating women, for those with liver problems, and also for those that are 15 years and below.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Rheumatologist before using this medicine.

Use

Following conditions can be restored by utilising this prescription:

Osteoarthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis

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Side Effects

This drug can cause following side effects such as

Constipation

Diarrhoea

Flatulence

Nausea

Vomiting

Indigestion

Dosage

Are there any missed dose instructions?

Take the missed dose as soon as possible and avoid taking it if its almost time for the other dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?

A doctor should be consulted immediately if such a situation is suspected.

Work

This drug is a prodrug that metabolizes to rhein that is worked by reducing cartilage destruction. It blocks the interleukin-1 beta protein’s action that is responsible for the destruction of cartilage and inflammation-causing osteoarthritis like degenerative joint disorders. The drug is specific in action and does not inhibit the synthesis of prostaglandin.