Akces

by Akson

Active ingredient: Diacerein

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About Diacerein

Anti-rheumatic, Systemic

Uses

Treatment of degenerative joint diseases (osteoarthritis & related diseases).

How to take it

Adults: 1 cap twice daily. Children: Not recommended.

Side effects

Accelerated intestinal transit time with diarrhoea, loose or soft stools within the 1st few days of therapy; urine may appear more intensely yellow in colour.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Risk cannot be ruled out. Lactation: Caution advised or effect undetermined. Contraindications: History of hypersensitivity to anthraquinone derivatives. Precautions: Not to be taken concomitantly with laxatives. Reduce dose in patients with renal insufficiency.

Advice

Take with meals.

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Interactions with Diacerein

Aluminium and magnesium containing antacids.

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