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Balance is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. The alternative uses of Balance have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Balance. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Balance also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain, Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Balance side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Balance are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Balance is Mild for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Balance related warnings talks about Balance's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Balance is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Kidney Disease, Heart Attack as it can result in adverse effects.
Besides this, Balance may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Balance is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Balance is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Balance safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Balance has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Balance safe during breastfeeding?
Balance may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Balance on the Kidneys?
Balance can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Balance on the Liver?
Balance may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Balance on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Balance. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Balance should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Balance unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Balance habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Balance has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Balance, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Balance can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Balance only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Balance is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Balance
It is safe to take Balance with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Balance
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Balance and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Balance is a brand name of diclofenac. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs). It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, bursitis, ankylosing spondylitis, toothache, dysmenorrhoea, renal colic, post-traumatic disorder and post-operative inflammatory conditions which affords quick relief from pain and wounds and edema (swelling).
Yes, Balance can be taken with tramadol. No harmful interactions have been reported. However, if you experience any unpleasant effects after taking these medicines at the same time, please consult your doctor.
Yes, Balance can be given in a toothache generally tooth pain occur due to infection so preferably it should be taken with a combination of antibiotics. Please consult the dentist before taking this medication.
No, Balance can't be taken at the same time until unless prescribed by your doctor because it can significantly reduce the bioavailability of amoxicillin due to which the effectiveness of amoxicillin will decrease.
Take Balance as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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