Fenak Plus 50/325 MG Tablet 10

Fenak Plus Tablet is usually safe when prescribed by a doctor. However, it can cause some side effects. The common side effect of this medication includes.

• Stomach pain: Occasional stomach pain may occur as a side effect of Fenak Plus Tablet. 
• Nausea: Some individuals may experience nausea as a side effect of this tablet. 
• Vomiting: In rare cases, you may experience vomiting as a side effect of this medicine. 
• Headache: Fenak Plus Tablet may occasionally cause headaches as a side effect. 
• Dizziness: Some individuals may experience dizziness after taking Fenak Plus.

Managing the side effects

• Stomach pain: Take the medication with food or milk to help alleviate stomach discomfort. 
• Nausea: Drink clear fluids, such as water or ginger ale, and avoid consuming large meals. 
• Vomiting: Rest and avoid solid foods until the vomiting subsides. Stay hydrated by sipping on small amounts of water or electrolyte solutions.
• Headache: Apply a cold or warm compress onto the head, and take plenty of rest.
• Dizziness: Sit or lie down in a comfortable position and avoid sudden movements. If dizziness persists, seek medical advice.

Precautions

Pregnancy

Fenak Plus is not recommended for pregnant women due to the risk of foetal harm. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns about the risk of taking this medication while you are pregnant.

Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding women should use Fenak Plus with caution. It can pass into the nursing infant through breast milk. Your doctor will recommend this medicine only if its benefits outweigh the risks.

Alcohol

It is not recommended to consume alcohol while taking Fenak Plus. Alcohol can add to dizziness due to tablets.

Liver

Patients with mild to moderate liver disease should cautiously take this tablet. Dose adjustments may be required in such patients. Individuals with severe liver impairment should not take this medicine until prescribed by a doctor. If you have a liver problem, consult your doctor about the dose before taking Fenak Plus.

Kidney

Patients with preexisting kidney disease should not take this medicine. If you have a kidney problem, consult your doctor about the dose before taking this medicine.

Using machines and driving

Fenak Plus can affect the mental or physical abilities required for operating machinery or driving a vehicle. You may experience dizziness after taking this medicine. Therefore, avoiding any attentive task is recommended after taking it.

Allergy

You should not take this tablet if you are allergic to paracetamol, diclofenac, or other NSAIDs. It may cause severe allergic reactions such as facial, mouth, and throat swelling and difficulty breathing. To avoid allergic reactions, read the label and check the ingredients before taking this medicine.

Use in children

The safety and effectiveness of this medicine in children is not established. Please consult your doctor before giving this medicine to your child.

Use in older patients

Older patients should take Fenak Plus cautiously due to the increased risk of heart problems and gastrointestinal bleeding. Consult your doctor about the risks associated with this medication before taking it.

Interaction

Drug-drug interactions

Fenak Plus Tablet can interact with medications, including:

• Blood thinners such as Warfarin 
• Medications for nausea, such as Metoclopramide and Domperidone
• Cholestyramine, a medication for high cholesterol
• Lamotrigine, a medication for seizures
• Medications for tuberculosis, such as Isoniazid
• Aspirin, a medication to treat fever or mild pain
• Medications to treat depression, such as Amitriptyline
• Probenecid, a medication to treat gout
• Antibiotics such as Chloramphenicol

Drug-disease interactions

Fenak Plus Tablet can interact with diseases, including:

• Asthma
• Fluid retention
• Gastrointestinal toxicity
• Kidney disease
• Thrombosis
• Anaemia
• Heart failure
• Liver impairment
• High potassium levels
• Hypertension
• Platelet aggregation inhibition
• Phenylketonuria