Manufacturer: Zydus Cadila
Salt Composition : Diclofenac(50mg), Paracetamol(500mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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It is used to treat and prevent various conditions associated with pain and inflammation such as rheumatoid arthritis (chronic inflammatory condition of joints), ankylosing spondylitis (chronic inflammatory disease of the spine) and osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disorder which is categorized by swelling, stiffness, and painful joints).
JONAC PLUS TABLET can also be used in the treatment of ear and throat pain, muscle pain, back pain, tooth ache, mensural pain, post-operative or post -traumatic pain and also athletic injuries.
Your doctor may perform complete blood test especially in patients undergoing long term treatment with this medicine to know your existing condition. Along with the treatment your doctor may also monitor for signs and symptoms for gastrointestinal bleeding.
Before taking JONAC PLUS TABLET, inform your doctor if you have blood clotting disorders, diabetes (high blood sugar), habit of smoking, or raised levels of cholesterol. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking JONAC PLUS TABLET because it might aggravate your existing symptoms.
JONAC PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients having kidney, liver or heart diseases, stomach or intestinal ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, or inflammatory intestinal disorders such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. Consult your doctor before taking it.
JONAC PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women especially in third trimester and in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it. JONAC PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in children below 10 years of age and should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Consult your doctor before taking.
Most common side-effects of JONAC PLUS TABLET are nausea, stomach pain, diarrhoea and indigestion. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects worsens or doesn’t improve.
JONAC PLUS TABLET helps in relieving pain and inflammation where Diclofenac and Paracetamol are Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs which works by inhibiting the production of a chemical called prostaglandins in the body which are responsible for causing pain and swelling in the body.
Diclofenac is mainly eliminated via metabolism. Of the total dose, 60-70% is eliminated in the urine and 30% is eliminated in the feces. No significant enterohepatic recycling occurs. The terminal half-life of diclofenac is approximately 2 h, however the apparent half-life including all metabolites is 25.8-33 h. Paracetamol is readily absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract with peak plasma concentrations occurring about 10 to 60 minutes after oral administration. Paracetamol is distributed into most body tissues.
COMMON
Nausea, vomiting
Gastrointestinal problems such as stomach pain, heartburn, burping, diarrhoea, constipation
Loss of appetite
Rashes and itching
Flatulence (wind)
Ulcers in the stomach or intestines
Headache
Dizziness
Difficulty in sleeping
Abnormalities in the blood due to liver problems
Abnormal formation of foetus
UNCOMMON
Swelling of the mouth
Swollen ankles and legs due to water retention
Abnormal and unexpected bleeding from vagina
Infection of the vagina causing itching, burning, pain, soreness, especially during intercourse or urination
Menstrual irregularities
Low platelets count leading to bleeding or bruising
Purpura (purple spots on the skin) and hives
Blurred vision
High blood pressure
Tiredness and feeling shaky
Ringing in the ears
Anxiety, depression
Tingling or pricking sensation in the body
Mouth ulcers
Dry mouth
If you are allergic to paracetamol, diclofenac, or similar medicines.
If you have problems with your heart, liver or kidneys.
If you suffer from a brain disorder.
If you have a history of frequent stomach ulcers and bleeding or have an active ulcer.
JONAC PLUS TABLET is not recommended for pregnant women especially in the third trimester as it may cause miscarriage. Women of childbearing potential should use a suitable contraceptive method to avoid getting pregnant while taking JONAC PLUS TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking aJONAC PLUS TABLET.
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking JONAC PLUS TABLET because it might aggravate your existing symptoms.
JONAC PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk and may cause adverse effects in foetus. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Diclofenac+Paracetamol is used for pain relief. It relieves pain in conditions like headache, mild migraine, muscle pain, dental pain, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis, or painful menses.
Drug-Drug Interactions: DICLOFENAC+PARACETAMOL is shown to interact with various drugs. Some of them include painkillers (naproxen, aspirin, ibuprofen, tramadol, hydrocodone, oxycodone), antibiotics (ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, nalidixic acid, norfloxacin or ofloxacin), diuretics (furosemide and bumetanide), medicines for heart problems or medication for high blood pressure (digoxin), medicines used to lower cholesterol (colestipol and cholestyramine), drugs to treat seizures (phenytoin), medicines that reduce the activity of your immune system (ciclosporin or tacrolimus), steroid medicines (hydrocortisone or prednisolone), blood thinner (warfarin), anti-depressant (duloxetine) and acidity lowering drugs (cimetidine). These drugs may affect the working of DICLOFENAC+PARACETAMOL and may alter its efficacy.
Drug-Food Interactions: Excessive caffeine-containing food or drinks like coffee, tea, chocolate and some fizzy drinks should be avoided while taking DICLOFENAC+PARACETAMOL. Taking them together may lead to drowsiness and dizziness, and sleepiness.
Drug-Disease Interactions: DICLOFENAC+PARACETAMOL interacts with disease conditions, including asthma, urticaria or acute rhinitis, as the attacks precipitate with NSAIDs.
Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Store below 30°C
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of JONAC PLUS TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are lethargy, confusion, disorientation, excitation, coma, tinnitus (ringing in ears) nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, drowsiness, black or bloody stools, coughing blood, shallow breathing and fainting.
Take JONAC PLUS TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow JONAC PLUS TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
How does JONAC PLUS TABLET works on my body?
JONAC PLUS TABLET acts as an anti-inflammatory agent as well as a painkiller. It works by inhibiting the production of a chemical called prostaglandins in the body. Which are responsible for causing pain and swelling in the body. As a result, it reduces various pain and swelling in joints.
Is JONAC PLUS TABLET advised to be taken in pregnancy?
No. JONAC PLUS TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women especially in the third trimester of pregnancy because it may cross the placenta and cause malformations in the foetus. Women of childbearing potential should use a suitable non-hormonal contraceptive method to avoid getting pregnant while taking JONAC PLUS TABLET. Consult your doctor before taking JONAC PLUS TABLET.
