Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for the treatment of inflammatory conditions including joint disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis, postoperative painful condition, fever, and period pain.

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is used to treat pain and fever

Uses of Atgesic Tablet DT

Benefits of Atgesic Tablet DT

In Pain relief

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is used to treat aches and pains. It blocks chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage.

Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time.

In Treatment of Fever

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is also used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.

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Side effects of Atgesic Tablet DT

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Atgesic

Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea

How to use Atgesic Tablet DT

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT 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 Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

UNSAFE

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is used to relieve pain, inflammation, and fever.
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.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Diphenylethers Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's-Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (Others)

Patient concerns

fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

No take Crocin for pain relief

Diagnosed with viral fever along with rashes on the body. Pain in eyes since three days. Pain when open and when blinking.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Orbital pain is common with viral fever. Go to physician for fever. It will be relieved with relief in fever

FAQs

Is Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT an antibiotic?

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is not an antibiotic, it belongs to the class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug) which helps in relieving pain associated with various disease conditions.

Can I take Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT with paracetamol?

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT and paracetamol belong to the same class of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drugs). Taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. However, please consult your doctor before using the two medicines together.

Does Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT contain aspirin?

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDs; pain-relieving drug). It does not contain aspirin.

Is Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT safe?

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is safe to use if taken at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

Can I take Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT for headache?

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT can be taken for a headache only when advised by your doctor.

Does Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT make you drowsy (feeling sleepy)?

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT does not make you feel drowsy at prescribed doses. However, an overdose of Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT can make you drowsy (feeling sleepy).

Does Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT contain sulphur?

No, Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT does not contain sulphur.

What does Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT treat or used for?

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is used to treat acute pain, painful osteoarthritis (degeneration of joints) and primary dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) in adolescents and adults above 12 years old.

Can I take Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT with ibuprofen?

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, taking the two medicines together is not advisable as it may increase the potential for gastric ulceration and bleeding. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.<br>

Can I take Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT with aspirin?

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT can be taken with aspirin. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Is Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT safe?

Yes, Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Is Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT banned?

No, Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is not banned in India.

Is Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT safe during breastfeeding?

It is not known if Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is secreted in milk. So, any medicines containing Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT are not to be used during breastfeeding.

Is Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT safe in pregnancy?

No, Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is not safe to be used in pregnancy especially in the last three months. There have been reports of kidney failure in newborn babies if the mother was taking Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT in the late stage of pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.

Is Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT safe in asthma?

Atgesic 100mg Tablet DT is reported to be safe in patients with asthma if taken as advised by your doctor. However, always share your disease history with the doctor in case you have asthma and you are advised to take other medicines.

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