Has more prominent analgesic action than other NSAIDs which makes it more useful as an analgesic than as an anti-inflammatory or anti-pyretic. Action is mainly due to inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis. No action at the opioid receptors.
Short term management of acute pain, pain associated with surgical procedures.
Coagulation disorders & peptic ulcer.
Nausea, vomiting, epigastric distress, diarrhoea, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, skin rash & sweating.
In disorders of haematopoietic system.
Cyclosporine: Serum levels decreased.
Adults : 500mg - 1g, 3 - 4 times daily. Injection : 2ml I.M., 2 - 3 times daily by slow I.V.
4-6 hours.
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