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Last reviewed: 03.07.2025
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Anti-inflammatory and antirheumatic drug Fanigan is a non-steroidal drug based on diclofenac. Accepted ATC coding: M01A B55.
Indications Fanigan
Fanigan can be prescribed to relieve pain of various origins:
- for inflammation and tissue destruction due to arthrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, spondylosis, spondylitis, bursitis, myositis, tendovaginitis;
- for spinal pathologies;
- for gouty paroxysmal pain;
- in case of injuries, damage to ligaments, soft tissues, muscles;
- for postoperative pain;
- for migraines;
- for colic pain;
- to relieve pain during menstruation, in inflammatory diseases of the reproductive organs;
- for pain associated with otitis, tonsillitis;
- to relieve pain associated with dental problems;
- for neuritis, sciatica;
- for muscle pain after physical exertion.
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Release form
Fanigan is available in tablet form. The tablets are orange with light inclusions, oblong capsule-shaped. A blister contains 4 or 10 tablets. The package may contain 10 or 25 blisters.
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Pharmacodynamics
Fanigan has a combined effect, covering several areas at once:
- eliminates inflammation and tissue swelling;
- relieves pain;
- lowers the temperature.
The properties of the drug are explained by the action of the active ingredients, which are paracetamol and diclofenac.
As is known, diclofenac has anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. The main properties of paracetamol are pain relief, temperature reduction, elimination of edema and inflammatory reaction.
The general mechanism of action of Fanigan is associated with the suppression of prostaglandin production.
Pharmacokinetics
Diclofenac has a good degree of absorption: the maximum possible content of the drug in the blood serum is detected after approximately 1.5 hours. The substance penetrates into tissues and biological fluids to a sufficient extent, where its concentration increases slowly, over 4 hours.
Serum paracetamol levels increase, peaking within 30-60 minutes. Half-life can extend up to 4 hours.
Fanigan and its components do not have the ability to accumulate in the body.
Dosing and administration
The Fanigan treatment regimen is most often individual and is prescribed by a doctor strictly according to indications.
The treatment should not be long-term, and the dosages should be minimal.
On average, the following treatment regimen is recommended for adult patients and children over 14 years of age:
- Dosage: 1 tablet up to 3 times a day after meals;
- the interval between taking tablets should be no less than 4 hours;
- The duration of therapy is a maximum of 5 to 7 days.
Children aged 14 and adults should not take more than 3 tablets per day, and the maximum course of treatment can only rarely exceed three days.
Use Fanigan during pregnancy
The use of Fanigan internally by pregnant and lactating patients is contraindicated. This drug can provoke the following complications:
- early closure of the ductus arteriosus;
- pulmonary hypertension;
- lack of normal uterine tone;
- decreased urination;
- low water content.
In addition, when taking Fanigan, there is a risk of fluid accumulation in the tissues and the development of uterine bleeding.
Contraindications
Before you start taking Fanigan, you should read the list of possible contraindications:
- the likelihood of an allergic response of the body to the components of the medication;
- ulcers, erosions, bleeding in the stomach;
- intolerance to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs;
- acute or recurrent course of peptic ulcer disease;
- disorders of blood clotting, hemostasis, hematopoiesis;
- severe liver and kidney dysfunction;
- cardiac insufficiency with congestive phenomena;
- myocardial ischemia, previous myocardial infarction;
- persistent decrease in hemoglobin, blood diseases;
- ulcerative and inflammatory bowel pathologies;
- chronic alcohol intoxication;
- peripheral vascular pathologies;
- cerebrovascular diseases.
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Side effects Fanigan
During treatment with Fanigan, some undesirable symptoms may occur:
- anemia, agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, methemoglobinemia, leukopenia;
- allergic reactions;
- skin redness, itching, dermatitis, hair loss, skin photosensitivity;
- agitation, apathy, sleep disorders, anxiety, mood swings;
- headaches, fatigue, numbness in the limbs, trembling in the limbs, cramps, general discomfort;
- deterioration of vision;
- sensation of noise or ringing in the ears;
- increased heart rate, heart pain, changes in blood pressure, difficulty breathing;
- shortness of breath, chest pain, bronchospasm;
- nausea, bowel disorders, pain in the stomach, gastric bleeding, inflammatory diseases of the digestive organs;
- liver dysfunction;
- hematuria, nephritis;
- hypoglycemic syndrome;
- edema, hyperhidrosis;
- decreased libido.
Overdose
Overdose of Fanigan may be accompanied by the following symptoms:
- headaches, dyspepsia, depression of consciousness, fatigue, convulsions;
- pallor, abdominal pain, weight loss, liver and kidney damage.
In such cases, treatment should be administered immediately, without the use of forced diuresis and hemodialysis. As a rule, symptomatic and supportive therapy is prescribed, during which antihistamines, glucocorticosteroids and drugs containing ethacrynic acid are avoided, since they can increase the toxic load on the liver.
Interactions with other drugs
Fanigan can increase the content of lithium or digoxin in the blood serum.
In combination with diuretics and antihypertensive agents, the hypotensive effect may be inhibited. Therefore, it is advisable to monitor blood pressure during treatment, as well as drink enough fluids.
Concomitant treatment with other nonsteroidal drugs and corticosteroid hormones may increase the load on the digestive system.
Fanigan should not be used at the same time as drugs that impair blood clotting due to the risk of bleeding.
During treatment with Fanigan, patients with diabetes mellitus should more carefully monitor their blood glucose levels.
The effects of Fanigan are weakened by medications such as Rifampicin, St. John's wort, Cholestyramine, and Carbamazepine.
Fanigan should not be combined with alcoholic beverages or alcohol-based medications.
Shelf life
Fanigan can be stored for up to 3 years.
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Attention!
To simplify the perception of information, this instruction for use of the drug "Fanigan" translated and presented in a special form on the basis of the official instructions for medical use of the drug. Before use read the annotation that came directly to medicines.
Description provided for informational purposes and is not a guide to self-healing. The need for this drug, the purpose of the treatment regimen, methods and dose of the drug is determined solely by the attending physician. Self-medication is dangerous for your health.