Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT

Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT is used in the treatment of swelling, pain and joint stiffness resulting from arthritis. Dolonex DT tablet belongs to a group of drugs called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). It works by inhibiting the production of certain substances in the body that leads to inflammation.

This medicine is helpful in the management of inflammatory disorders. Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT is also prescribed as a symptomatic treatment of acute and chronic rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Also used to treat sunburn.

Take the medication orally after consulting with your doctor. The usual dosage is 1 tablet per day. Avoid lying down immediately after taking this medication. You should take this medication with milk, food or an antacid to prevent stomach problems.

The doctor will prescribe the dose based on your medical condition and how you are responding to the treatment. It is often recommended to take the lowest possible dose to prevent various problems like stomach bleeding and other problems.

Side effects of this medication are stomach problems, drowsiness, nausea and dizziness. You should consult your doctor if these side effects become severe. Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT can also raise your blood pressure. In rare cases, this drug can also result in serious liver problems.

If you see symptoms of liver damage like dark urine, nausea, vomiting, yellow eyes/skin and loss of appetite then consult a doctor immediately. You also need to take certain precautions before taking this medication. You need to inform your doctor about any allergies that you may have before starting a course of this medication.

This drug may also contain certain inactive ingredients that can cause allergic reactions in the body. You should also inform the doctor about any history of blood disorders, anemia and heart conditions before taking this medication.

It is advised to avoid driving or perform any other activity that requires alertness immediately after taking this medication. You should also try to stay off alcohol and tobacco while taking this medication as it increases the risk of stomach bleeding.

Symptoms of Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT overdose include nausea, epigastric distress, CNS depression, leukocytosis, renal failure.

Management of a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) intoxication is primarily supportive and symptomatic. Fluid therapy is commonly effective in managing the hypotension that may occur following an acute NSAID overdose, except when this is due to an acute blood loss.

Seizures tend to be very short-lived and often do not require drug treatment; although, recurrent seizures should be treated with I.V. diazepam.

Since many of the NSAIDs undergo enterohepatic cycling, multiple doses of charcoal may be needed to reduce the potential for delayed toxicities.

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

• Osteoarthritis

• Ankylosing Spondylitis

• Pain Relief

• Allergy

• Gastrointestinal Bleeding

• Dizziness

• Rash

• Abdominal Cramp

• Heartburn

• Indigestion

• Nausea

• Headache

• Nervousness

• Itching

• Fluid Retention

• Vomiting

• Tinnitus

• Hypertension

• Confusion

• Hot Flashes

• Gastritis

• Thrombocytopenia

• Peripheral Neuropathy

• Dry Eyes

• Allergic Rhinitis

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 48 to 72 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine can be observed in 30 min to 1 hour.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  It is found to be unsafe to consume along with this medicine.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine might affect the consciousness of the patient, thus driving must be avoided.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Caution must be taken in patients with liver disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Kindly consult your doctor.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Dolocip 20 MG Tablet DT

  Cipla Ltd

• Doloforce 20 MG Tablet DT

  Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Dololup 20 MG Tablet DT

  Lupin Ltd

• Mobicam 20 MG Tablet DT

  Cipla Ltd

• Oxicam 20 MG Tablet DT

  Alembic Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. However, the missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for your next dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  A doctor should be contacted immediately if an overdose of Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT is suspected. Signs and symptoms of overdose include stomach irritation, difficulty in breathing, black colored stools etc. Immediate medical attention is needed if an overdose is confirmed.

Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT belongs to Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) group. It works as an analgesic by inhibiting the prostaglandin synthesis which is essential to sensitize the afferent nerves to induces pain. It works as an anti-inflammatory by inhibiting the prostaglandins synthesis which are mediators of inflammation.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  This medicine should not be consumed with alcohol. Symptoms of stomach bleeding (such as the presence of dried and coffee colored blood in cough or stools) should be reported to the doctor immediately.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  This medicine increase the Bleeding time and as well as the chloride and sodium level in blood.

• Interaction with Medicine

  • Warfarin: These medications may increase the risk of bleeding if taken together. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any pain medications or if you have any bleeding disorder. An alternate class of medicine should be considered based on clinical condition.
  • Corticosteroids: Use with caution as this combination will increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Inform the doctor if you are taking either of the medicines. Consider taking alternative medicine after consulting your doctor.
  • Fluoroquinolone: These medications may increase the central nervous system stimulation and causes tremors, involuntary body movements, and seizures. Inform the doctor if you are receiving antibiotics belongs to fluoroquinolones. Consider the alternate class of medicine based on the clinical condition.
  • Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors: Piroxicam may alter the effect of antihypertensives, therefore should be used with caution. Inform the doctor if you are receiving antihypertensives like captopril, enalapril, benazepril. Monitoring of blood pressure is necessary. Any changes in the blood pressure should be informed to the doctor. Dose adjustments are to be made based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  • Asthma: Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT should not be taken if you have NSAID-sensitive asthma. Any such history should be reported to the doctor so that appropriate substitution can be done.
  • Gastrointestinal Toxicity: Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT and other NSAIDs should be taken after consulting a doctor especially if the intended duration is longer than a month. Any symptom indicating ulceration and bleeding like chronic indigestion, coffee coloured dry blood in stools or vomiting of blood should be reported immediately.

• Interaction with Food

  May be administered with food to decrease GI adverse effect.

• Ques : What is Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT?

  Ans : Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT is an analgesic used to relieve pain and inflammation in arthritis patients. This medicine is not recommended in patients with heart diseases like stroke or heart attack. It contains Piroxicam as an active ingredient. Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT works by decreasing the production of prostaglandins that cause pain.

• Ques : What is the use of Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT?

  Ans : Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like swelling, stiffness and joint pain, postoperative pain, acute musculoskeletal conditions, osteoarthritis, and acute gout. Besides these, it can also be used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and juvenile idiopathic arthritis. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects have been observed and not necessarily occur. Some of these side-effects may be serious. These include swelling of the feet, abdominal pain, indigestion, constipation, photosensitivity, blurred vision, Redness on hands or other parts of the body, itching, and skin rash. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT?

  Ans : Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. A doctor should be consulted regarding the dosage of Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed, until the complete eradication of the disease. Thus it is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor. Also taking this medication longer than it was prescribed, can cause an inadequate effect on the patient's condition. So please consult your doctor.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once in 4 to 5 days, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 48 to 72 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

• Ques : Should I use Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : This medication is advised to be consumed orally. The salts involved in this medication react properly if it is taken with the food. If you take it on an empty stomach, it might upset the stomach. Please consult the doctor before using it.

• Ques : Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?

  Ans : There is no specific food product to avoid, under usage of this medication. It will be beneficial to keep your diet healthy and to ignore street food in order to avoid any kind of harmful bacterial intake. It is also advised to stay away from drinking and smoking to uplift your health.

• Ques : Will Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : Please follow the doses of the medication, as prescribed by your doctor. If you take more than the recommended doses of Dolonex 20 MG Tablet DT, it may cause some side effects. It is advised to ask your doctor to re-examine your condition if the severity in the health is not reducing.

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