Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet
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Introduction To Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet
Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination medicine that helps in relieving muscular pain. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain, inflammation, and fever. This improves the movement of muscles and provides relief from pain and discomfort.
Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet is given by a doctor or a nurse. You should not self-administer this at home. The dose will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by the doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, heartburn, stomach pain, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. If any of these side effects bother you or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of ulcer or bleeding in your stomach, high blood pressure, or have any trouble with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment.
Uses of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet
- Treatment of Muscular pain
Benefits of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet
Treatment of Muscular pain
Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination medicine that is used to relieve pain,
inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect muscles. Also, it
effectively relieves muscle stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle
movement. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us
we have pain.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
Side effects of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet
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 Aldigesic
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Heartburn
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Tiredness
- Sleepiness
How to use Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet works
Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination of two pain relieving medicines (Aceclofenac and Paracetamol) and a muscle relaxant (Chlorzoxazone). The pain relieving medicines work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). The muscle relaxant works on the centers in the brain and spinal cord to relieve muscle stiffness or spasm, thereby improving muscle movement.
Quick tips
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
- Older adults may have increased drowsiness, confusion, and higher risk of falling as a result of taking Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet.
- Do not take it with any other medicine containing acetaminophen (drugs for pain/fever or cough-and-cold) without asking your doctor first.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet if I’m pregnant?
Information regarding the use of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet if I’m breastfeeding?
Information regarding the use of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Is drinking alcohol while taking Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet safe?
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I drive after taking Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet?
It is not known whether Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet if I have/had kidney diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet if I have/had liver diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet?
Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Aceclofenac, Paracetamol and Chlorzoxazone. This medicine helps in relieving muscle pain by relaxing the affected muscles. It relieves pain caused due to muscle spasm, cramp or injury. It also lowers certain chemical substances in the body that cause pain.
Q. What can I do along with Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet to reduce muscle pain?
If you are suffering from muscle pain due to muscle injury or overuse, you should take rest. Taking rest will help you avoid any further injury and help you recover efficiently. Make sure that you take plenty of sleep and try to reduce stress. Applying ice pack to the affected area may help in relieving pain and inflammation. If your muscle pain is due to some other disease, follow the advice of your doctor.
Q. Can I get addicted to Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet?
No, there are no reports of any patient getting addicted to Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet.
Q. Can I stop taking Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet when my pain is relieved?
Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet is usually used for short term and can be discontinued when your pain is relieved. However, Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet should be continued if you are advised by your doctor to do so.
Q. Can the use of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
Q. Can the use of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet cause damage to liver?
Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet contains Paracetamol and Chlorzoxazone, both these medicines are known to cause harm to the liver especially when taken in doses above the recommended level. Also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may further increase your risk of liver damage. Use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with underlying liver disease. Contact your doctor immediately if you notice any early signs and symptoms of liver damage. These symptoms may include fever, rash, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, stomach pain, dark urine, yellow skin or eyes and abnormal live enzymes.
Q. How long will Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet take to act?
It may take about an hour to notice the initial benefits of pain relief after taking Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet.
Q. What if I forget to take Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet?
If you forget to take the scheduled dose of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet and it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Otherwise, take it as soon as you remember, and then go back to taking your medicine as you would normally. Do not take a double dose to make up for the dose you missed because this may increase the risk of unwanted side effect due to overdosage. If you are not sure what to do, consult your doctor about how to manage a situation like this.
Q. Will Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet be more effective if taken in higher than recommended doses?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re- evaluation.
Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet?
The use of Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet is considered to be harmful in patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine. The use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcers or active, recurrent stomach ulcer / bleeding. It should also be avoided in patients with a history of heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
Q. Does Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet expire?
Yes, Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet does expire. Please check the expiry date written on the pack of this medicine. Do not use Artic MR 100 mg/500 mg/500 mg Tablet after the expiry date.
References
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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