Uses of Aceclofenac+Pregabalin

The combination of Aceclofenac+Pregabalin is used to treat nerve pain, joint pain (Ex. osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis), back pain (Ex. ankylosing spondylitis), neck pain, sciatic nerve pain (pain from the nerve that runs at the back of the legs) and pain caused due to injuries or surgeries.

Therapeutic Category

Aceclofenac: Analgesics

Pregabalin: Anticonvulsants 

How Aceclofenac+Pregabalin works

Aceclofenac+Pregabalin is a pain-relieving medicine. It reduces pain sensation by interfering with the pain signals travelling between the damaged nerves and the brain. It also blocks the release of certain chemicals (such as prostaglandins) in the body that causes pain, inflammation and swelling. As a result, it reduces nerve pain, joint pain and back pain.

Common side effects of Aceclofenac+Pregabalin

• dizziness, drowsiness, headache
• increased appetite
• increased mood, confusion, disorientation, irritability
• lack of attention, clumsiness, memory impairment, tremor, difficulty in speaking
• tingling or numbness, sedation, lethargy
• difficulty in sleeping, tiredness
• blurred vision, double vision
• spinning sensation, problems with balance
• mouth ulcers
• dry eyes, eye pain, watery eyes, eye swelling
• increased salivation, heartburn, numbness around mouth
• dry mouth, constipation, vomiting, flatulence, diarrhea, nausea, swelling in abdomen
• swelling of the extremities (such as hands, legs, or fingers)
• weight gain
• muscle cramps, joint or back pain, pain in limbs
• sore throat
• difficulties with erection, decreased sexual drive, delayed ejaculation

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• high fever, headache, vomiting, blotchy red rashes, neck stiffness, sensitivity and intolerance to light
• bloody stools, vomits or urine, severe stomach pain with indigestion and heartburn
• difficulty in passing urine, painful urination, low urine output
• signs of low blood count (causing tiredness, breathlessness, joint pain, repeated infections, increased bleeding and bruising)
• low potassium levels in blood causing blood vessel inflammation
• fall or accidental injury
• fits (convulsions)
• suicidal thoughts or thoughts of harming or killing themselves

Health Tips for Aceclofenac+Pregabalin

• Aceclofenac+Pregabalin is preferably taken with or after meals to avoid gastric irritation. Strictly follow the dosing schedule as instructed by your doctor. Do not overuse this medicine without consulting your doctor as it could lead to unwanted side effects
• Avoid smoking or consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine as it could aggravate the risk of stomach problems
• Before taking Aceclofenac+Pregabalin, inform your doctor if you have any ulcers, bleeding or perforations in the gut as it could aggravate your existing condition
• You must also inform your doctor if you have any heart problems, diabetes, hypertension, high blood cholesterol, any inflammation in the bowel or intestines and blood clots or bleeding problems
• Do not take Aceclofenac+Pregabalin without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Women of childbearing age must use a suitable contraceptive method (non-hormonal methods) to avoid pregnancy while undergoing therapy with this medicine