Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet
Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for relieving moderate pain and swelling of joints associated with different forms of gout and arthritis. It effectively alleviates pain, redness, and swelling.
Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet
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Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for relieving moderate pain and swelling of joints associated with different forms of gout and arthritis. It effectively alleviates pain, redness, and swelling.
Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for relieving moderate pain and swelling of joints associated with different forms of gout and arthritis. It effectively alleviates pain, redness, and swelling.
Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose depends on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended.
The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, edema, dizziness, headache, irregular heartbeat, and increased blood pressure. These are not usually serious, but if you are worried, ask your doctor about ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of ulcers or bleeding in your stomach, high blood pressure, or any trouble with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Heavy drinking can cause excessive drowsiness.
03Uses
Pain relief
04How To Use
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. Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Wellcoxib Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Wellcoxib 90mg 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.
07Benefits
In Pain relief
Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis or even after a dental (tooth-related) surgery. 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. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
08Side Effects
Gastro-esophageal reflux disease
Bronchospasm
Dyspepsia
Increased liver enzymes
Oral ulcer
Increased alanine aminotransferase
Dry socket
Palpitations
High blood pressure
Dizziness
Stomach inflammation
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Nausea
Mouth ulcer
Edema (swelling)
Headache
Constipation
Diarrhea
Increased aspartate aminotransferase
Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath)
Weakness
Flu-like symptoms
Flatulence
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:UNSAFE
Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:CAUTION
Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver:CAUTION
Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.
10Drug Tips
Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet may cause dizziness and fatigue. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine, as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart disease, high blood pressure, or liver or kidney disease.
During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
Do not take Wellcoxib 90mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
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