Zynac P Tablet

Composition of Zynac P Tablet

Zynac P Tablet contains Aceclofenac 100 mg + Paracetamol (Acetaminophen) 325 mg. It belongs to the NSAID (Aceclofenac) + Analgesic/Antipyretic (Paracetamol) class of medicines.

Uses of Zynac P Tablet

• Relief of pain and inflammation in conditions such as osteoarthritis
• rheumatoid arthritis
• ankylosing spondylitis
• backache
• sprain/strain
• dental pain and post-operative pain.

Key benefits

• Reduces pain
• Decreases swelling and inflammation
• Improves joint mobility in arthritis
• Relieves fever associated with painful conditions

How Zynac P Tablet works

Aceclofenac is an NSAID that reduces pain and inflammation by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis (COX inhibition). Paracetamol provides analgesic and antipyretic effect mainly via central inhibition of pain and fever pathways, offering additive pain relief.

How to take Zynac P Tablet

Tablet to be taken as prescribed by the doctor. Commonly taken after food to reduce stomach upset; swallow whole with water. Do not exceed the prescribed dose, and avoid taking other paracetamol-containing products concurrently.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause stomach bleeding, kidney failure, drowsiness and fits. It can cause severe and sometimes fatal liver damage, often with no symptoms at all for the first day. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Zynac P Tablet

Most side effects of Zynac P are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Acidity/heartburn
• nausea
• vomiting
• stomach pain
• indigestion
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• headache
• rash
• increased liver enzymes

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Zynac P Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in history of stomach ulcer/bleeding, severe gastritis, kidney or liver disease, asthma/NSAID allergy, and in elderly patients. NSAIDs may increase risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and cardiovascular events with prolonged use/high doses. Stop and seek medical help if black stools, vomiting blood, severe abdominal pain, breathing difficulty, facial swelling, or severe skin rash occurs. Do not use in severe hepatic impairment; avoid overdose of paracetamol due to risk of serious liver injury.

Do not take Zynac P if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an active stomach ulcer, severe kidney or heart failure, or asthma triggered by aspirin or anti-inflammatory painkillers. Not in the third trimester of pregnancy. Not for people with severe liver disease, except under medical supervision.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol (increases GI bleed and liver risk), anticoagulants/antiplatelets (warfarin, aspirin, clopidogrel), other NSAIDs, corticosteroids, SSRIs/SNRIs (bleeding risk), antihypertensives/diuretics (reduced effect and kidney risk), methotrexate, lithium, cyclosporine/tacrolimus (nephrotoxicity), ACE inhibitors/ARBs

How to store Zynac P Tablet

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture and direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Zynac P Tablet

Use the lowest dose for the shortest period. If you need a painkiller regularly, see your doctor rather than continuing on your own. Paracetamol is the safer choice for simple fever and headache. Take the lowest dose that works, and leave the stated gap between doses. Seek help immediately after a suspected overdose, even if you feel completely well — treatment works best when it is early.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA

Therapeutic class:

Analgesic & Anti-inflammatory

Drug class:

NSAID (Aceclofenac) + Analgesic/Antipyretic (Paracetamol)