ABOUT THE DRUG:
Nucoxia 120 mg is Etoricoxib. It is a non steroidal anti inflammatory which is used mainly in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, gout and osteoarthritis.
USES OF THE DRUG:
Nucoxia 120 mg is Etoricoxib. It is a non steroidal anti inflammatory which is used mainly in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, gout and osteoarthritis.
WORKING OF THE DRUG:
Nucoxia 120 mg works by blocking cyclo-oxygenase-2 (Cox-2) a naturally occurring substance in the body. It also works by increasing the pain threshold and preventing the release of prostaglandins.
MANUFACTURER:
The manufacturer of Nucoxia- 120 mg is Abbott Pharmaceticals, India. You can purchase Nucoxia – 120 mg online also.
DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:
Nucoxia 120 mg is available in the tablet form in the following strengths:
Nucoxia – 120 mg
Nucoxia- 90
Nucoxia-60
DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG IF YOU:
Are allergic to the main ingredient of the drug or to any other ingredients.
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS:
TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU
AR pregnant, planning to be pregnant or breast feeding your baby.
Have Blood clotting disorder
Have Crohn’s disease
Have High blood pressure
Have History of stroke, History of heart disease
Have Kidney disease or Liver disease
Have Stomach ulcers or Ulcerative colitis
Above the age of 65
Are suffering from any other ailments
Are taking any other medicines
Are allergic to any medicines
HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?
Nucoxia 120 mg is to be taken in the prescribed quantity as mentioned by your doctor. The prescribed quantity is usually fixed by your doctor after examining you thoroughly.
HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?
Nucoxia 120 mg needs to be taken exactly as instructed by your doctor. It is to be taken by mouth with the help of a glass of water. The medicine is to be taken once daily with or without food.
FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE IT?
Nucoxia 120 mg is to be taken for the entire prescribed period of time and should not be stopped in between as it may lead to adverse effect in the body.
OVERDOSE:
Overdose of the medicine should be avoided at any cost as it may lead to several side effects. In case of overdose of the medicine get in touch with your doctor immediately.
MISS DOSE:
In case of missed dose you must take the medicine as soon as you remember provided there is sufficient gap between two doses. Never double dose to compensate for the missed dose.
SIDE EFFECTS OF NUCOXIA 120MG:
COMMON
• Chest tightness
• Difficulty breathing
• Rash
• Difficulty swallowing
• Fever
• Itching
• Skin with a blue or greying colouring
• Seizures
• Severe cough
• Wheezing
• Swelling of face, throat or tongue
Get in touch with your doctor in case the above side effects persist for a long period of time or gets serious.
SERIOUS
• Abnormal bleeding or bruising
• Anal pain or itching
• Chills
• Change in amount or colour of sputum
• Earache
• Cough
• Extreme fatigue
• Dark urine
• Diarrhoea
• Severe sore throat
• Loss of appetite
• Painful urination
• Sores in mouth
• Severe stomach pain
• Sinus pain
• Vomiting
• Sores that don’t heal
• Weakness
In case of serious side effects you must get in touch with your doctor as soon as you can.
This is not a complete list of side effects that may happen. There may be other side effects as well.
COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:
There are certain medicines which may interact and affect the working other medicine. Nucoxia Tablet may interact with the following medicines:
Aspirin
Clopidogrel
Dipyridamole
Dexamethasone
Methotrexate
Furosemide
Heparin
Lithium
Warfarin
Prednisolone
Rifampicin
It is best to tell your doctor about the current medicines that you are taking so as to avoid any drug interaction. Also it is best to tell him about the medicines you are allergic to. This is not a complete list of medicines that may happen. There may be other medicines as well.
THINGS TO REMEMBER:
Do not share the medicine with anyone even if the person is suffering from the same symptoms.
Use the medicine only for the purpose specified and not for any other purpose.
Store the medicine in a cool and dry pace away from heat, light and moisture. It must also be kept away from the reach of children.
You must avoid drinking alcohol while taking the medicine.
Avoid smoking when you are taking the medicine.
Avoid using the medicine if you are allergic to paracetamol.
If the situation persists after some time you must get in touch with your doctor.
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