Diacerein

Diacerein is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis. It lowers pain and swelling and helps the stiff joints to heal quickly. It may be used alone or in combination with other medicines.

Diacerein is to be taken with food. Take it regularly and do not stop taking the medicine even if you get better until that doctor tells you it is alright to stop. Along with taking the medicine, exercise regularly to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight.

The use of this medicine may cause some common side effects like diarrhea or discoloration of urine. If these side effects do no go away with time or bother you, talk to your doctor. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms.

To make sure the medicine is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. Also tell your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels, especially in diabetic patients is important while taking this medicine, as it may increase your blood sugar level. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor first before taking this medicine.

• Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. Diacerein helps relieve pain and reduces inflammation and swelling in your joints due to this condition. This will ensure that you have a better, more active, quality of life.
Additionally, you may consider simple lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, losing weight, maintaining good posture while doing various daily activities, and wearing comfortable footwear. This will help you manage mild symptoms of osteoarthritis very effectively in the long run.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Dyzil

• Diarrhea
• Urine discoloration

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Diacerein is to be taken with food.

Diacerein is a proteoglycan synthesis stimulator. It works by building cartilage (soft connective tissue around the joints) leading to joint repair. It also lowers pain and inflammation (swelling).

• Diacerein helps relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis.
• Exercise to strengthen muscles around the affected joint and manage your weight along with taking this medication.
• It may take several weeks to see treatment benefits. Keep taking the medicine as prescribed by your doctor.
• It may increase your blood sugar level. If you are diabetic, monitor your levels regularly.
• Do not take Diacerein if you are suffering from diarrhea or are above 60 years of age.
• Let your doctor know if your symptoms do not improve even after two to three months of taking the medication.

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