Anacin tablet is a prescription medicine used for treating all minor pain like toothache, headache, menstrual cramps, back pain, and body ache, etc. This medicine is a combination of two active ingredients that are Aspirin and Caffeine.
Aspirin acts as an NSAIDs means a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that relieves pain, and Caffeine helps to increase the effect of aspirin. Anacin is also known as a Fast reliever tablet because it gives instant relief.
WAY OF ADMINISTRATION:
Anacin tablet is an oral administration drug. Administer it with or without food, but it’s suggested to take it with food to avoid stomach irritation. Do not extend the duration by yourself. Follow the doctor’s instructions to avoid undesirable conditions.
SIDE EFFECTS OF ANACIN:
Everyone may experience different side effects as it depends on dose and duration. So, here are a few common side effects are mentioned below:
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Blur vision
- Flushing
- Dry mouth
- Constipation
- Trouble sleeping
These side effects disappear once the body gets used to the medicine.
If your body is allergic to any of the ingredients used in the tablet, so you may contact a doctor as it can be harmful.
Here is the list of severe side effects:
- Mood change
- Shaking
- Irregular heartbeat
- Ringing ears
- Unusual bleeding
- Swollen lymph node
DOSAGE OF ANACIN:
The dose of Anacin tablets not only depends on age but also depends on treatment response. Usually, it’s a 6 hour gap duration with food; but it can be more or less depending on the patient’s condition.
STORAGE:
Keep at room temperature.
Keep away from moisture.
Keep away from children.
WARNINGS/PRECAUTIONS:
Before taking Anacin tablets, discuss with your doctor if you are allergic to trihexyphenidyl or other ingredients.
Patients with a medical history of glaucoma, ulcerative colitis, or blockages should consult a physician.
Also, the patients who are getting treated or suffering from breathing issues like asthma, emphysema, blood-related disorders, intestine problems, or kidney or liver issues must follow the doctor’s guidance before taking Anacin tablets.
Children and teenagers should avoid this medicine in case of fever.
Avoid caffeinated beverages because this medicine also contains Caffeine.
Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should avoid this medicine because it passes through breast milk and affects the baby’s growth.
INTERACTIONS:
Anacin tablet interacts with the following drug:
- Acetazolamide
- Corticosteroid
- Dichlorphenamide
- Clopidogrel
- Valproic acid
INGREDIENTS:
| ACTIVE INGREDIENTS | OTHER INGREDIENTS |
| Aspirin and Caffeine | Corn starch, croscarmellose sodium, hypromellose, mineral oil, silicon dioxide,
Sodium lauryl sulfate, stearic acid, talc. |
