Coxib 90mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It alleviates pain, redness, and swelling in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals that cause pain and inflammation.
Coxib 90mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose and time between doses according to your pain level and your needs. Do not take more or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor.
Ordinary side effects of this medicine include abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence, peripheral edema, dizziness, and upper respiratory tract infection. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms by prescribing you an alternative medicine or by adjusting the dose.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Earlier taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, and liver. You should avoid the consumption of alcohol while on this medication. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine as it can cause harmful effects to the developing baby.
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. Coxib 90mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
Side Effects:
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 youβre worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Coxib
Upper respiratory tract infection
Indigestion
Abdominal pain
Diarrhea
Flatulence
Peripheral edema
Dizziness
Sore throat
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Coxib 90mg Tablet
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Coxib 90mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Coxib 90mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Coxib 90mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Coxib 90mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Coxib 90mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
FAQs:
Is Coxib 90mg Tablet banned in India?
No. Coxib 90mg Tablet is not banned in India. It is legally available on prescription
Is Coxib 90mg Tablet gluten free?
Affirmative. Coxib 90mg Tablet is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Is Coxib 90mg Tablet safe?
Affirmative. Coxib 90mg Tablet is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Is Coxib 90mg Tablet a narcotic or addictive drug?
No. Coxib 90mg Tablet is not a narcotic or addictive drug
Does Coxib 90mg Tablet cause drowsiness, weight gain or constipation?
Coxib 90mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, weight gain or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Does celecoxib contain aspirin, codeine or sulfa?
No. Celecoxib is by itself a type of medicinal compound. It does not contain aspirin, codeine or sulfa
How does Coxib 90mg Tablet work?
Coxib 90mg Tablet works by inhibiting the formation of chemicals called prostaglandins in the body that cause pain and inflammation, thereby reducing the pain and swelling symptoms.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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