Acton-OR Tablet SR is a medicine used in the treatment of pain and fever. It may also be used to treat many conditions such as headache, body ache, period pain, toothache, and cold. It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain, inflammation, and fever. You should take Acton-OR Tablet SR regularly as advised by your doctor. It is usually best taken with food otherwise it may upset your stomach. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended. Side effects are rare if this medicine is used correctly but this medicine may cause stomach pain, nausea, and vomiting in some people. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems or are using blood-thinning medicines. It may affect the dose or suitability of this medicine. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine. It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while using this medicine.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acton-OR Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
Acton-OR Tablet SR is an analgesic (pain reliever) and anti-pyretic (fever reducer) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and fever.
- Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Acton-OR Tablet SR. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Acton-OR Tablet SR may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Acton-OR Tablet SR is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. - Driving : SAFE - Acton-OR Tablet SR does not usually affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : CAUTION - Acton-OR Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Acton-OR Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Acton-OR Tablet SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acton-OR Tablet SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose of Acton-OR Tablet SR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.