Uses of Di Antalvic

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Di Antalvic has analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory effects. The drug is indicated for pain relief in musculoskeletal diseases, neuropathic pain, pain relief after injury, ... To ensure effective use, users need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor. , specialist pharmacist.

1. What is Di Antalvic?

Di-Antalvic has the main ingredients Paracetamol and Dextropropoxyphene HCl. It belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Ingredients Dextropropoxyphen
Dextropropoxyphene is a narcotic pain reliever that is used to relieve mild to moderate pain. Analgesic drugs by the mechanism of action on the "muy" receptors on the central nervous system, inhibiting the impulses that transmit pain sensations. Dextropropoxyphene is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract; After oral administration, the drug is rapidly distributed and concentrated in the liver, lungs and brain. Approximately 80% of the drug crosses the placenta and is present in breast milk. The drug is excreted in the urine mainly as metabolites. Ingredients Paracetamol
Paracetamol has analgesic and antipyretic effects by inhibiting the COX-1 enzyme (the enzyme that causes the inflammatory process) thereby reducing the synthesis of substances that cause fever and pain in the inflammatory process. Therefore, paracetamol has the main effect of reducing fever and pain, with little anti-inflammatory effect. Paracetamol is rapidly and completely absorbed after oral administration from the gastrointestinal tract. After oral administration Paracetamol is rapidly and uniformly distributed in most body tissues and is excreted in the urine as metabolites. Di-Antalvic drug combination of the two components above will increase the analgesic effect on many diseases, increasing the effectiveness of treatment.

2. Indications of the drug Di Antalvic


2.1. Indications Di-Antalvic is indicated for moderate to severe pain such as:
Musculoskeletal diseases: Spinal degeneration, muscle spasticity, joint pain after heavy movements. Cerebral circulatory disorders, headache, dizziness, migraine. Toothache due to tooth decay or teething. Pain after soft tissue injury; pain after minor surgery. Neuralgia unresponsive to other analgesics. Pain in cancer pathologies. 2.2.Contraindications of Di Antalvic Do not use Di Antalvic for the following cases
Allergy to Paracetamol and Dextropropoxyphene or any of its ingredients. Patients with peptic ulcer disease are progressing. The patient has a history of gastrointestinal bleeding due to peptic ulcer disease. Patients with impaired liver function, kidney failure, hemodialysis. The drug is contraindicated for use in pregnant and lactating women. Children under 12 years of age should not take the drug.

3. Notes when using Di Antalvic


During the use of Di Antalvic medicine, it is necessary to pay attention to the following issues:
Do not do jobs that require high concentration such as driving, operating machinery right after taking the drug because the drug causes drowsiness, headache,... Caution should be exercised when used in patients with bronchial asthma and the elderly who are taking sedatives. A physician's advice is required when administering the drug to patients receiving concomitant antidepressants or CNS depressants.

4. Di Antalvic drug interactions


Some possible Di Antalvic drug interactions include:
Alcohol, sleeping pills, sedatives and CNS depressants will increase the toxicity of Di Antalvic when taken together. Do not combine Di Antalvic with carbamazepine. Antagonists with morphine will reduce the effect of the component dextropropoxyphen in the drug.

5. Dosage and how to use Di Antalvic


5.1. How to use Patients need to take the drug with a sufficient amount of water. Take after meals to avoid stomach irritation of the drug.
5.2. Dosage Adults and children > 12 years old: 1 tablet x 3 times/day. The dose may be increased if pain increases. Drink at least 4 hours apart.

6. Di-Antalvic side effects


Di-Antalvic drugs are proven to be highly safe, with few side effects. However, in some patients, the following undesirable effects still appear:
Feeling sick, nausea, may cause vomiting after taking the drug. Bowel disturbances can occur with both constipation and diarrhea. Sleep disorders: poor sleep, insomnia, poor sleep; Or: doze off, doze off. Headache, dizziness, dizziness. Di-Antalvic is a widely prescribed drug today thanks to its good analgesic effect in moderate to severe pain. The drug has a narcotic ingredient, so it is necessary to use the drug according to the instructions of the doctor, avoiding drug abuse.
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