Diasten 50mg Capsule
Unichem Laboratories Ltd

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In-stock 10 capsules in 1 strip
85.57
Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Diasten 50mg Capsule is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Diasten 50mg Capsule is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

It is not known whether Diasten 50mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

Diasten 50mg Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Diasten 50mg Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

UNSAFE
Liver
UNSAFE

Diasten 50mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Diacerein   50mg

Uses of Diasten Capsule
Diasten 50mg Capsule is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis of knee and hip joints.

How to use Diasten Capsule
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. Diasten 50mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Diasten Capsule works
Diasten 50mg Capsule blocks the chemicals that cause inflammation and pain. It builds cartilage (the hard connective tissue in the bones near the joints) in the body.

Side Effects:

Common Nausea, Abdominal cramp, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Diasten Capsule
Do not take diacerein, if you are allergic to diacerein or any of the other ingredient.Consult your doctor before using diacerein, if you have a history of any kidney problems; liver disease; chronic inflammatory conditions of the gut; or any dehydration problems.Avoid using diacerein, if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is diacerein used for?
Diacerein is used for treating swelling and pain in the joints due to osteoarthritis

Q. How does diacerein work?
Diacerein belongs to a class of medication call anthraquinones. It acts by blocking chemicals which cause inflammation and destruction of cartilage in the body

Q. Is diacerein safe?
Diacerein is safe when taken for an indication and at a dose strictly instructed by your doctor

Q. Is diacerein a steroid or painkiller?
Diacerein is not a steroid or pain killer

Q. What is diacerein with a glucosamine tab?
Diacerein is sometimes sold in combination with glucosamine for treating symptoms of osteoarthritis.