Proglumetacin

Drug #980

Proglumetacin used in musculoskeletal and joint disorders.

Primary Characteristics

It is of Synthetic origin and belongs to Indoleacetic Acid.

It belongs to Cyclo-oxygenase inhibitor pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action. It is also classified under Analgesics and Anti-inflammatory Agents .

Molecular Weight: 1076.6 · Solubility in Water: null · Solubility in Alcohol: null · Non-proprietary name: Proglumetacin.

Pharmacokinetics

None recorded.

Indications

Proglumetacin is primarily indicated in conditions like Acute gout attack, Bursitis, Dysmenorrhoea, Osteoarthritis, Pain, Rheumatic diseases, Rheumatoid arthritis, Spondylosis, Tendinitis.

Contraindications

Proglumetacin is contraindicated in conditions like Renal impairment, Hepatic impairment, Neonates.

Dosage

Proglumetacin's dosage details are as follows:

Dose	Single Dose	Frequency	Route	Instructions
Adult Dosage
225 mg	225 mg	Every 12h	PO
Paediatric Dosage (20kg)
0 – 0	—	—		Not recommended in this age group
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
0 – 0	—	—		Not recommended in this age group

Drug Interactions

None recorded.

Side Effects

Proglumetacin is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Gastrointestinal disturbances.

Warnings / Precautions

Not recommended for children under 16 years, pregnancy, lactation. Use carefully in renal, hepatic or cardiac impairment and in asthma, elderly, GI lesions, bleeding disorders.

Available Brands

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Single Ingredient

Caps

150 mg

Tabs

300 mg

Storage Conditions

Proglumetacin should be stored .

Drug Classification

1.2.1.3 — Non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)

Manufacturers

Manufacturers of Proglumetacin in Pakistan:

Lisko Popular