Dicamol-SR Plus Tablet


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Zeelab Pharmacy Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Diclofenac (50mg) + Paracetamol (325mg) + Serratiopeptidase (10mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassPAIN ANALGESICS
User Rating5.0
User Reviews558

FAQ

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Can I take Dicamol-SR Plus with Vitamin B-complex?
Dicamol-SR Plus can be taken with Vitamin B-complex preparations. While Dicamol-SR Plus helps to relieve pain, Vitamin B-complex can help to correct the vitamin deficiency that might be causing your symptoms.
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Can the use of Dicamol-SR Plus cause damage to kidneys?
No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Dicamol-SR Plus can lead to increased chances of side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of pain or if the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
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Can the use of Dicamol-SR Plus cause nausea and vomiting?
Yes, the use of Dicamol-SR Plus can cause nausea and vomiting.Taking it with milk, food or with antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. In case of vomiting, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small frequent sips. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists and you notice signs of dehydration, like dark colored and strong-smelling urine and a low frequency of urination. Do not take any other medicine without speaking to your doctor.
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What is Dicamol-SR Plus?
Dicamol-SR Plus is a combination of three medicines: Diclofenac, Paracetamol, and Serratiopeptidase. This medication helps in relieving pain and inflammation. It works by lowering the levels of chemical substances in the body that causes pain and inflammation.
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What are the storage condition for Dicamol-SR Plus?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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Can I take Dicamol-SR Plus for stomach pain?
No, Dicamol-SR Plus preferably should not be taken for stomach pain without consulting a physician. This drug can increase stomach acid secretion which may aggravate an unknown underlying condition.
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Can I stop taking Dicamol-SR Plus when my pain is relieved?
Dicamol-SR Plus is usually used for a short term and can be discontinued when the pain is relieved. However, Dicamol-SR Plus should be continued if you are advised by your physician to do so.
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Can the use of Dicamol-SR Plus cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of $ame can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for sometime and resume once you feel better. Do not drive or use any machines.
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Is it safe to use Dicamol-SR Plus?
Yes, Dicamol-SR Plus is safe for most of the patients, however, in some patients it may cause common unwanted side effects like nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, heartburn and diarrhea. Inform your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any persistent problem due to the medication.
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Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Dicamol-SR Plus?
The use of Dicamol-SR Plus is considered to be harmful for patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine or in patients with known allergy to other painkillers (NSAIDs). The use of this medicine should preferably be avoided in patients with a history of stomach ulcers or in patients with 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.
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What if you forget to take Dicamol-SR Plus?
If you miss a dose of Dicamol-SR Plus, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Dicamol-SR Plus Tablet Reviews

Dicamol-SR Plus is a pain-relieving medicine. It helps in relieving moderate pain and reducing fever. It is used in various conditions such as muscle ache, back pain, joint pain, menstrual cramps, and toothache.

Dicamol-SR Plus should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it.

Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, headache, vertigo, stomach pain, indigestion, and heartburn. If you experience any such side effects that do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.

Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are using so let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. It should be used with caution in patients who are alcoholic or have liver or kidney disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.

How Dicamol-SR Plus Tablet Works

Dicamol-SR Plus is a combination of three medicines: Diclofenac, Paracetamol and Serratiopeptidase, which relieves pain. Diclofenac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and Paracetamol is an antipyretic (fever reducer). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and fever. Serratiopeptidase is an enzyme which works by breaking down abnormal proteins at the site of inflammation, and promotes healing.

How to Use Dicamol-SR Plus Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dicamol-SR Plus is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Dicamol-SR Plus Tablet

  • In Pain relief: Dicamol-SR Plus is a combination of medicines that is used for short term relief of pain, inflammation and swelling. It inhibits release of those chemical messengers in the brain that tell us that we have pain. It effectively relieves back pain, earache, throat pain, toothache, periods pain and pain due to arthritis too.Take Dicamol-SR Plus as prescribed by the doctor to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for 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.

Uses of Dicamol-SR Plus Tablet

  • Pain relief

Dicamol-SR Plus Tablet Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Liver  CAUTION
Dicamol-SR Plus should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dicamol-SR Plus may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, the use of Dicamol-SR Plus is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
Kidney  CAUTION
Dicamol-SR Plus should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dicamol-SR Plus may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Dicamol-SR Plus may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Dicamol-SR Plus may cause headaches, blurred vision, dizziness or drowsiness in some patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dicamol-SR Plus is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Dicamol-SR Plus during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dicamol-SR Plus.

Quick Tips

  • You have been prescribed this combination medicine for relieving pain and inflammation.
  • Do not take it with any other medicine containing acetaminophen (drugs for pain/fever or cough-and-cold) without asking your doctor first. 
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Dicamol-SR Plus as it may cause excessive drowsiness and increase the risk of liver damage.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Dicamol-SR Plus affects you.
  • Take it with food to avoid getting an upset stomach.

References

  1. Diclofenac Sodium and Paracetamol [Patient Information Sheet]. Gangtok, Sikkim: Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2022.
  2. Diclofenac. Daventry, Northamptonshire: Dexcel Pharma Ltd.; 1996 [revised 20 Dec. 2017].
  3. Bhagat S, Agarwal M, Roy V. Serratiopeptidase: A systematic review of the existing evidence. Int J Surg. 2013;11(3):209-17.

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