surgam
surgam Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
surgam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug employed in the treatment of pain, particularly arthritis pain. It belongs to the arylpropionic acid (profen) group of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
surgam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug of the arylpropionic acid (profen) class, used to treat pain, especially arthritic pain. The typical adult dose is 300mg twice daily. This drug is not recommended for use in the pediatric population.
| Trade Name | surgam |
| Generic | Tiaprofenic acid |
| Tiaprofenic acid Other Names | Acide tiaprofenique, Acido tiaprofenico, Acidum tiaprofenicum, Tiaprofenic acid, Tiaprofensäure |
| Weight | 300mg, |
| Type | Tablet |
| Formula | C14H12O3S |
| Weight | Average: 260.308 Monoisotopic: 260.05071494 |
| Groups | Approved |
| Therapeutic Class | |
| Manufacturer | Aventis Pharma Limited, Sanofi Aventis (pakistan) Ltd,, Sanofi |
| Available Country | Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, United Kingdom, Netherlands |
| Last Updated: | September 19, 2023 at 7:00 am |
Uses
surgam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) used to manage inflammation and analgesia associated with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
surgam is used to treat pain, especially arthritic pain.
surgam is also used to associated treatment for these conditions: Osteoarthritis (OA), Rheumatoid Arthritis
How surgam works
surgam belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by blocking the production of a chemical (prostaglandin) which the body produces in response to injury or certain diseases. This prostaglandin would otherwise go on to cause swelling, pain and inflammation.
Food Interaction
- Avoid alcohol.
- Take with food.
Elimination Route
Bioavailability is 90% following oral administration.
Half Life
1.5-2.5 hours
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