Jiyofenac-Spas

Overview

Uses & benefits

How it works

Aceclofenac 100 mg: It inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes involved in prostaglandin production. Lower prostaglandin levels help reduce pain and inflammation.

Drotaverine HCl 80 mg: It acts as an antispasmodic by inhibiting phosphodiesterase activity, increasing cyclic AMP in smooth-muscle cells and promoting muscle relaxation.

Together, the ingredients help relieve pain associated with spasms through complementary mechanisms.

Side effects

Possible side effects include:

• Nausea or vomiting

• Stomach pain, indigestion or heartburn

• Diarrhoea

• Dry mouth

• Dizziness or headache

   

Serious side effects requiring urgent medical attention include stomach or intestinal bleeding, severe allergic reactions, reduced urine output, chest pain, or signs of liver injury such as yellowing of the skin or eyes. Aceclofenac can increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and kidney or cardiovascular complications, particularly in susceptible patients.

How to use

Safety advice

• Stomach problems: Consult your doctor before use if you have a history of stomach ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding or inflammatory bowel disease.

• Kidney, liver or heart conditions: Medical assessment is important before taking this medicine.

• Pregnancy: Avoid self-medication during pregnancy. NSAIDs can pose serious risks, particularly from around 20 weeks onward and during the third trimester; use only under specific medical guidance.

• Breastfeeding: Consult a healthcare professional before use.

• Other medicines: Inform your doctor if you take blood thinners, aspirin, other NSAIDs, diuretics or blood-pressure medicines.

• Alcohol: Avoid alcohol or seek medical advice, as it may increase certain side-effect risks.

• Driving: Do not drive if you experience dizziness or other effects that impair alertness.

• Emergency symptoms: Seek urgent care for vomiting blood, black stools, difficulty breathing or severe abdominal pain.

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

FAQs

Q1. What is Aceclofenac 100 mg + Drotaverine HCl 80 mg used for?

It is used to relieve pain associated with muscle spasms and certain types of cramping pain in adults, when prescribed by a healthcare professional.

Q2. Does this medicine reduce inflammation?

Yes. Aceclofenac is an NSAID that helps reduce pain and inflammation, while Drotaverine helps relax smooth muscles.

Q3. Can it be used for menstrual cramps?

A doctor may prescribe it for selected cases of menstrual pain. Suitability depends on the patient’s medical history and other risk factors.

Q4. Should it be taken before or after food?

It is generally taken with or immediately after food to help reduce stomach irritation, unless the prescriber gives different instructions.

Q5. Can it be taken daily?

Only for the duration prescribed. Prolonged or repeated use of aceclofenac can increase the risk of gastrointestinal, kidney and cardiovascular complications.

Q6. Can it treat every type of abdominal pain?

No. Abdominal pain can have many causes. Severe, persistent or unexplained pain needs medical assessment rather than repeated self-treatment.

Q7. Is it an antibiotic?

No. It is a combination of an NSAID and an antispasmodic, not an antibiotic.

Q8. Does it require a prescription?

Yes. In India, this combination is marketed as a prescription medicine and should be used under medical supervision.