Akilos Tablet MR is a pain-relieving medicine. It alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. Akilos Tablet MR should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. It should be taken with food or milk to prevent stomach upset. Taking the medicine regularly at the right times increases its effectiveness. It is important to keep taking the medicine regularly until your doctor tells you it is safe to stop. Vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion are some of the common side effects of taking this medicine. It may also cause dizziness, drowsiness, or visual disturbances. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function, and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment. Long-term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems. Akilos Tablet MR is not recommended if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

• Stomach pain/epigastric pain
• Nausea
• Indigestion
• Diarrhea
• Heartburn
• Loss of appetite

If you miss a dose of Akilos Tablet MR, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. Is Akilos Tablet MR a good painkiller??
  Ans: Akilos Tablet MR is effective in relieving pain and inflammation. It is used to provide relief from various sorts of pain such as sprains, strains and other injuries. It is also helpful in various types of arthritis, gout, pain and inflammation following surgery.
• Q. Q. Is Akilos Tablet MR safe??
  Ans: Akilos Tablet MR is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
• Q. Q. Does Akilos Tablet MR get you high??
  Ans: No, Akilos Tablet MR does not get you high. It does not have an abuse potential (drug-seeking behavior) and does not cause physical or psychological dependence. However, if you do not feel well, consult your doctor.
• Q. Q. Can Akilos Tablet MR hurt your kidneys??
  Ans: Long-term use and high doses of Akilos Tablet MR may cause renal problems, such as protein or blood in urine and pain during urination. Patients who had or have heart failure, impaired kidney function and hypertension are at risk of kidney problems. The risk of developing kidney problems is also high in patients who are on medicines which cause excess urination (diuretics), or medicines which have significant impact on kidney function. Along with that, Akilos Tablet MR can affect kidneys of patients who are above 65 years of age or who remain dehydrated. Therefore, kidney function monitoring is recommended for such patients.
• Q. Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Akilos Tablet MR??
  Ans: If you forget a dose of Akilos Tablet MR, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
• Q. Q. Does Akilos Tablet MR make you drowsy??
  Ans: Akilos Tablet MR can cause drowsiness and also dizziness, fatigue (tiredness) and visual disturbances. However, it is not very common and may not affect everyone. If you experience these symptoms avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
• Q. Q. What is the most important information I need to know about Akilos Tablet MR??
  Ans: It is important to know that Akilos Tablet MR may increase your chance of having a heart attack or stroke. The risk is more if you take higher doses and have been using the medicine for a longer time. Also, the use of Akilos Tablet MR may cause ulcers, bleeding, or holes in your stomach and intestine. These problems may happen without warning symptoms at any time during treatment and may even cause death. Therefore, if you encounter any such problems, consult your doctor immediately.
• Q. Q. Can Akilos Tablet MR be taken during pregnancy??
  Ans: You should not take Akilos Tablet MR during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may cause harmful effects on your baby. Use of Akilos Tablet MR can also lead to reduced labor (premature delivery). Hence, it is advised to avoid using Akilos Tablet MR during the first 6 months of pregnancy also. In some cases, Akilos Tablet MR may be prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits outweigh the risks involved with its use in pregnant women. If not sure, consult your doctor regarding its use.
• Q. Q. Is Akilos Tablet MR effective??
  Ans: Akilos Tablet MR is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Akilos Tablet MR too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

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