44EGP
- Active ingredient
- diacerin
- Strength
- 50 mg
- Form
- capsule
- Manufacturer
- novartis
- Route
- oral.solid
Uses
Used for symptomatic treatment of osteoarthritis and joint pain.
Do not use if
Hypersensitivity to diacerein or severe hepatic disease.
Side effects
Diarrhea, abdominal pain, urine discoloration, and gastrointestinal discomfort may occur.
Warnings
Use cautiously in elderly patients and monitor for persistent diarrhea.
How it works
Anti-inflammatory agent that inhibits interleukin-1 activity involved in cartilage degradation.
Storage
Store at room temperature.