Zaltokin 80mg Tablet is used to relieve pain and treat fever. It alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis, and gout. It may also be used to relieve muscle pain, joint pain, headache, toothache, and menstrual cramps.

It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

Uses of Zaltokin Tablet

Benefits of Zaltokin Tablet

In Pain relief

Zaltokin 80mg Tablet is a painkiller used to treat aches and pains. It blocks chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It is effective in relieving pain caused by headache, migraine, nerve pain, toothache, sore throat, period (menstrual) pains, arthritis, and muscle aches. This medicine is very widely used and very rarely causes side effects if taken at the right dosage.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time.

In Fever

Zaltokin 80mg Tablet is used to reduce a high temperature (fever). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with another medicine. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor.

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Side effects of Zaltokin Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Zaltokin

Vomiting
Nausea
Indigestion
Heartburn

How to use Zaltokin Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Zaltokin 80mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Zaltokin 80mg Tablet with Vitamin K rich food such as spinach, collards, broccoli, spring onions, cucumber and dried basil.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Zaltokin 80mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Zaltokin 80mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Zaltokin 80mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Zaltokin 80mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Zaltokin 80mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Zaltokin 80mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Zaltokin Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Zaltokin 80mg Tablet, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Zaltokin 80mg Tablet

₹4.84/Tablet

ZP 80mg Tablet

Wezen Chemicals Pvt Ltd

₹10/tablet

107% costlier

Zalto 80mg Tablet

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹5.25/tablet

8% costlier

Quick tips

You have been prescribed Zaltokin 80mg Tablet to relieve pain and inflammation.
Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems.
Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Zaltokin 80mg Tablet.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Zaltokin 80mg Tablet as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Dibenzothiepin Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (propionic acid)

Patient concerns

fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

No take Crocin for pain relief

Diagnosed with viral fever along with rashes on the body. Pain in eyes since three days. Pain when open and when blinking.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Orbital pain is common with viral fever. Go to physician for fever. It will be relieved with relief in fever

User feedback

Patients taking Zaltokin 80mg Tablet

Once A Day

75%

Twice A Day

25%

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Top Rheumatologists

4.9 ★

4.7 ★

5 ★

MBBS, DNB, MD, Fellowship, Fellowship

4.7 ★

Dr. Indrajit Agrawal

MBBS, MD, Fellowship

4.6 ★

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References

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