Chymoral AP Tablet

Chymoral-AP tablet is used for relieving swelling and pain in joints and bones. It is a combination medicine containing trypsin-chymotrypsin, paracetamol and aceclofenac. Trypsin and Chymotrypsin are enzymes that improve healing and stimulate tissue repair.

Paracetamol and Aceclofenac produce their action by blocking an enzyme responsible for producing chemical substances such as prostaglandins which cause inflammation and swelling. Take this medicine as advised by your doctor. You can take Chymoral AP with food to avoid stomach upset.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of this medicine include nausea, headache, vomiting, diarrhoea, drowsiness, anorexia, abdominal pain. If you happen to take too much of this medicine inform your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately. Since this medicine contains paracetamol as one of its ingredients significant overdose can also impact liver function.

Missed a Dose

It is advised to continue to take the tablets for as long as the doctor recommends. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it. Then, take the next dose at the right time.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Paracetamol and Aceclofenac work by reducing the production of certain chemicals such as prostaglandins that cause inflammation, swelling, pain and fever.
• Trypsin and chymotrypsin are enzymes that help in reducing inflammation and fighting infection. It also improves blood circulation and fastens the healing process.

Directions for Use

• Take Chymoral-AP tablet with a sufficient amount of water with or after a meal.
• Do not take this medicine for a prolonged period without consulting a doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take a Chymoral-AP tablet during pregnancy?

Chymoral-AP tablet should be avoided in pregnancy as the safety of this combination is not established in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Can I take a Chymoral-AP tablet while breastfeeding?

Components of Chymoral-AP tablet may pass into breast milk. Hence, it should be avoided during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed a Chymoral-AP tablet?

Possible side effects of Chymoral-AP tablet include dizziness, the spinning of the head, drowsiness and visual disturbances. If affected please do not drive.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with a Chymoral-AP tablet?

Alcohol is not known to interact with Chymoral-AP tablet. However, it is advised to consult your doctor if you drink too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You experience skin rashes, allergy, swelling of lips and face after taking this medicine
• You have severe liver, kidney or heart disorder such as high blood pressure, heart failure, etc.
• You have issues related to the clotting of blood or related disorders.
• You are an elderly patient, as the chances of getting side effects are more.
• You experience fluid retention and bloating after taking this medicine.
• You have Crohn's disease, characterised by severe diarrhoea, weakness and weight loss.
• You have undergone surgery on any part of the digestive system.
• You have a condition called Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) characterised by joint pain, rashes and fever.
• You experience severe allergic skin disorders characterised by redness and scales on the skin or painful rash and blisters (Stevens-Johnson syndrome).
• You have any other infections such as chickenpox.
• You should not take any other medicine containing paracetamol with Chymoral-AP.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to trypsin-chymotrypsin, paracetamol, aceclofenac, or any of the ingredients of the Chymoral-AP tablet.
• If you have a history of liver or kidney problems, hypertension, heart-related diseases or bleeding disorder etc.
• If you experience hypersensitive reactions like asthma and rashes noticed with other pain killers.

Side effects

• Skin rashes
• Mouth ulcers
• Bleeding
• Black stools
• Nausea
• Weight loss
• Appetite loss
• Fever

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Sometimes Chymoral-AP tablet may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how Chymoral-AP tablet works if taken at the same time.
• Always inform your doctor about all the medicine you are taking, that includes all prescribed or non-prescribed herbal medicines, dietary supplements as well as other treatment if you are taking for any disorder.
• In particular, if you are taking medicines for hypertension, immunosuppressants etc.
• Chymoral-AP should be taken cautiously with anticoagulants (like warfarin), painkiller like aspirin, citalopram, steroids because of the risk of increased bleeding.
• This medicine should be avoided in patients suffering from chickenpox patients because of the chances of skin allergies.
• Other medicines such as anti-diabetics, anti-HIV (zidovudine), oral contraceptives, brain-related medicines like lithium should be used cautiously with Chymoral-AP tablets, as it may increase or decrease their action.

Storage and disposal

• Chymoral-AP tablets should be stored in a cool and dry place away from light.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Chymoral-AP used for?

Chymoral-AP tablets are used for the management of pain, swelling or inflammation of joints and bones, different types of arthritis and other bone-related disorders.

Is Chymoral-AP safe in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended in the third trimester of pregnancy. You should consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.

Chymoral-AP should be taken before or after food?

The medicine is advised to be taken with or after having a meal.

Is Chymoral-AP a painkiller?

Yes, Chymoral AP tablet is a painkiller as well as anti-inflammatory medicine. It contains paracetamol and aceclofenac that has pain relieving action.

Who should not take Chymoral?

You should not take Chymoral AP if you have a history of liver or kidney problems, hypertension, heart-related diseases or bleeding disorder, etc.

What are the side effects of Chymoral AP?

Skin rashes, mouth ulcers, bleeding, black stools, nausea, weight loss are a few common side effects that can be seen during the treatment. However, these symptoms are usually mild and resolve on thier own. Also, it is not important that everyone experience the same.

Can Chymoral AP tablets be used for tooth pain?

Chymoral AP may be used or advised following a tooth extraction to provide relief from tooth pain and swelling. However, self-medication should not be practised as it may lead to unwanted side effects.