Introduction

Ceclofen is a pain relieving medicine. It alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and osteoarthritis.\n\nCeclofen should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness. It is important to keep taking the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop.\n\nVomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion are some of the common side effects that might be observed on taking this medicine. It may also cause dizziness, drowsiness, or visual disturbances. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems. Ceclofen is not recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Ceclofen

Pain relief

Side effects of Ceclofen

Vomiting
Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Nausea
Indigestion
Diarrhea
Heartburn
Loss of appetite

How to use Ceclofen

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. Ceclofen is to be taken with food.

How Ceclofen works

Ceclofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Quick Tips

You have been prescribed Ceclofen to relieve pain and inflammation.
Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or visual disturbances. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Ceclofen as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components, if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ceclofen.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Ceclofen may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Information regarding the use of Ceclofen during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE – Driving: Ceclofen may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
CAUTION – Kidney: Ceclofen should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ceclofen may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Ceclofen is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
CAUTION – Liver: Ceclofen should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ceclofen may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Ceclofen is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advisable while the patient is taking this medicine.