Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule belongs to the group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID). It is primarily taken to reduce pain and inflammation. Musculoskeletal pain refers to pain in the muscles, ligaments, bones, tendons, and nerves. This pain occurs in just one area of the body, like your back. You can also have it all over your body if you have a widespread situation like fibromyalgia (extreme muscle pain).

Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule is a combination of two drugs: Diclofenac (painkiller) and Rabeprazole (antacid). Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule contains diclofenac which works by blocking the chemical effect of an enzyme called cyclo-oxygenase (COX), which produces prostaglandins (mediators of pain and inflammation) which are responsible for the sense of pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). On the other hand, Rabeprazole is a proton-pump inhibitor that prevents damage to the stomach lining caused by Diclofenac.

Take Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience nausea, indigestion, flatulence, constipation, diarrhoea, and flu-like symptoms. Most of these side effects of Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

If you are allergic to Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed. To avoid recurring symptoms, do not stop it midway. Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule causes drowsiness and dizziness, so drive with caution. Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule as it could lead to increased drowsiness and dizziness. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule.

Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule is used to treat aches and pains, along with problems of musculoskeletal and joint pain. It helps the conditions of acute migraine headache, muscle pain, dental pain, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or painful menses. Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule is a combination drug containing diclofenac and simethicone. Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule contains diclofenac which works by blocking the chemical effect of an enzyme called cyclo-oxygenase (COX) which produces prostaglandins (mediators of pain and inflammation) which are responsible for the sense of pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). On the other hand, Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule contains Rabeprazole which is a proton-pump inhibitor that prevents harm to the stomach lining caused by Diclofenac.

• Nausea
• Indigestion
• Flatulence
• Diarrhoea
• Flu-like symptoms
• Constipation

Consumption of alcohol should be avoided during the treatment with Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule as it may lead to increased risk of liver damage. Patients with a stomach ulcer, gastric bleeding, severe heart failure, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease should not take Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule. If you have a severe allergy to painkillers and have conditions like asthma, rhinitis (irritation and inflammation inside the nose), angioedema (swelling under the skin), or skin rashes, immediately stop taking Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule. Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule contains Rabeprazole that may cause brittle bones, so the intake of Vitamin D and calcium can be given by your doctor while using Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule. Besides this, it should be avoided during the last trimester of pregnancy, unless the doctor has prescribed you. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, then do not take Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule without contact with the doctor. Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule shouldn't be given to children.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule interact with other painkillers (ketorolac, celecoxib, aspirin, ibuprofen, acetaminophen), blood thinners (Apixaban, clopidogrel, warfarin), anticancer medicines (methotrexate, busulfan), medicines for mania (lithium) antihypertensive (ramipril, aliskiren).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule as it might cause increased drowsiness and dizziness.

Drug-Disease Interactions: People with peptic ulcers, gastric bleeding, severe heart failure, diarrhoea, rashes, and high blood pressure should avoid intake of Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule as it may lead to life-threatening conditions.

• KETOROLAC
• CELECOXIB
• ASPIRIN
• IBUPROFEN
• ACETAMINOPHEN
• APIXABAN
• CLOPIDOGREL
• WARFARIN
• METHOTREXATE
• BUSULFAN
• ALISKIREN
• RAMIPRIL
• LITHIUM

• Include more glucosamine, chondroitin sulphate, vitamin D, calcium-enriched supplements. Besides this, turmeric and fish oils can help in reducing inflammation in the tissue.
• Please do not go for heavy exercise as it may increase your joint pain in arthritis. Instead, you can do stretching, low impact aerobic exercise like walking on a treadmill, bike riding, and swimming. You can also strengthen your muscle strength by lifting light weights.
• In the chronic conditions of arthritis or joint pain, try to include fish like salmon, trout, tuna, and sardines. These fishes are enriched with omega-3 fatty acids that minimize the level of chemicals called cytokines, which ramp up inflammation.
• Your sitting posture is important, especially when have pain and inflammation condition. Try to sit little as possible, and only for a short time (10-15 min). Use back support like a rolled-up towel at the back of your curve to minimize pain. Keep your knees and hips at a right angle. Besides this, you can use a footrest if required.

• Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule tends to cause stomach upset. Thus, it is recommended to consume Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule with meals to minimize gastric side effects. If you have a peptic ulcer diagnosis, Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule is best avoided unless prescribed by your doctor.
• Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule can cause liver injury when taken in large doses. Concomitant use of alcohol is best avoided as it aggravates liver toxicity.
• Geriflam 100 mg/20 mg Capsule contains Rabeprazole which may cause kidney problems in rare cases, so if you are urinating less than usual, or have blood coming in your urine, let your doctor know about this.

Musculoskeletal pain refers to pain in the muscles, ligaments, bones, tendons, and nerves. This pain occurs in just one area of the body, like your back. You can also have it all over your body if you have a widespread situation like fibromyalgia (extreme muscle pain). The pain can vary from mild to severe sufficient to affect your day-to-day life. It may start unexpectedly and be short-lived, which is known as acute pain. Pain that lasts for more than 3 to 6 months is known as chronic pain.

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting various joints (hands and feet). In this long-term condition, our body's immune system attacks its own tissue (including joints).