Nucoxia 90 MG Injection
About Nucoxia 90 MG Injection
Nucoxia 90 MG Injection is a non-steroidal anti inflammatory drug (NSAID) which is used to treat symptoms of psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It brings relief to people affected by acute pain, chronic musculoskeletal pain and treats acute gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It belongs to cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) specific inhibitors class of medicines which reduce pain and inflammation by blocking the pain causing enzymes (COX-2) in the body.Nucoxia 90 MG Injectioncomes as a tablet to be taken by mouth and is only prescribed when its alternate medicines have not helped in the treatment.
The dosage should be kept low and it should not be used longer than prescribed as it may put you at risk of heart attacks and strokes. The recommended dosage is 60 to 120 mg of the medicine to be taken once daily. It should not be taken by people suffering from peptic ulcers, stroke, severe heart disease and hypersensitivity. Studies have foundNucoxia 90 MG Injectionto be harmful to be taken during pregnancy and breastfeeding stages. It is also not recommended for children below 16 years of age. It works well on adults and elderly people.
Common side effects ofNucoxia 90 MG Injection are indigestion, abdominal pain, stomach upset, constipation or diarrhoea, swollen ankles, fluid retention, palpitations, headache, high blood pressure, feeling dizzy or tired and other flu-like symptoms. If you experience any of the following then stop the consumption of this medicine and consult your doctor immediately.
What are the uses of Nucoxia 90 MG Injection
Nucoxia 90 MG Injection gives relief from pain and swelling of joints associated with Osteoarthritis.
Nucoxia 90 MG Injection helps against swelling, stiffness, and pain of joints caused from Rheumatoid arthritis.
Nucoxia 90 MG Injection is also used for the symptomatic treatment of Ankylosing spondylitis that causes swelling of the spine and large joints.
Acute Gout
Nucoxia 90 MG Injection treats pain and swelling of joints associated with gout.
What are the contraindications of Nucoxia 90 MG Injection ?
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients having a history of allergy to it or any other component of the medicine. It should not be taken if you have experienced an allergic reaction to any other medicine belonging to the same class of medicines.
Peptic Ulcer
This medicine is not recommended if you have peptic ulcer or other conditions that cause swelling and bleeding of the stomach. It could cause severe swelling and bleeding in the stomach, colon, and anus as well.
What are the side effects of Nucoxia 90 MG Injection ?
Nausea Or Vomiting
Headache
Swelling Of Face, Lips, Eyelids, Tongue, Hands And Feet
Difficulty To Breath
Yellow Colored Eyes Or Skin
Blurred Vision
Heart Rhythm Disorders
Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (Sjs)
Infections
Key highlights of Nucoxia 90 MG Injection
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medication lasts for a duration of about 20-24 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The top effect of this medicine is usually observed in 1-2 hours of administration.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for use if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in future. However, it can be taken if the benefits outweigh the risks and no other alternatives are apt for use. Consult you doctor before taking this medicine.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for use by mothers who are breastfeeding. It should be used only when the potential benefits outweigh the risks associated with usage. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Missed Dose instructions
It is suggested to take the missed dose as soon as possible. The missed dose must be skipped if it is almost time for your next dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact your doctor if symptoms of overdose such as skin rashes, confusion, chest pain, blurred vision etc are suspected.
How does this medication work?
Nucoxia 90 MG Injection is an anti-inflammatory pain reliever. It selectively inhibits the isoform 2 of the enzyme cyclooxygenase. It reduces the production of prostaglandins from arachidonic acids that helps relieves inflammation and pain. It is administered for arthritis, spondylitis and gout.
What are the interactions of Nucoxia 90 MG Injection ?
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
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Interaction with Lab Test
Lab
Information not available.Interaction with Medicine
Lithium
Report the use of Lithium to the doctor before receiving Nucoxia 90 MG Injection. You may require a safety test to determine the levels of lithium in the body before taking Etoricoxib for appropriate dose adjustments.Ramipril
Report the use of Ramipril or any other medication used for the treatment of hypertension to the doctor. You may require an adjusted dose of Nucoxia 90 MG Injection while using it together with the blood pressure medications. It is also advised to monitor the blood pressure levels on a regular basis.Warfarin
Report the use of Warfarin to the doctor before receiving this medicine. You may require a dose adjustment based on the blood clotting time. Any symptoms like unusual bleeding, vomiting, the presence of blood in urine and stools should be reported to the doctor immediately.Ethinyl Estradiol
Report the use of Ethinyl estradiol or any other oral contraceptive to the doctor. Your doctor may prescribe an adjusted dose of Ethinyl estradiol for coadministration with Etoricoxib.Rifampicin
Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. You may require an adjusted dose of Nucoxia 90 MG Injection and more frequent clinical monitoring of symptoms.Interaction with Disease
Fluid Retention And Edema
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from fluid retention problems in the body. Suitable dose adjustment and safety monitoring may be needed in such cases.Heart Diseases
This medicine should be used with caution if you are suffering from any heart-related conditions. Report the incidence of stroke, heart attack, heart failure etc to the doctor before receiving this medication.This medicine should be used with caution in patients having an active liver disease especially if the liver function is severely impaired. Suitable dose adjustment and safety monitoring may be required in such cases.High Cholesterol And Fat
This medicine should be used with caution if you have a high level of cholesterol and fat in your body. Suitable dose adjustment and monitoring of cholesterol levels is recommended while using this medicine.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.
FAQs about Nucoxia 90 MG Injection
Ques : What is Etoricoxib?
Ans : Etoricoxib is a medicine belonging to the Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug group. It is used for relieving moderate pain and swelling of joints associated with different forms of gout and arthritis. It contains Etoricoxib as an active ingredient. Etoricoxib Tablet works by preventing the release of prostaglandins.
Ques : What are the uses of Etoricoxib?
Ans : Etoricoxib is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like mild to moderate pain during, muscles ache, inflammation in muscles, and muscles swelling. Besides these, it can also be used to treat conditions like joint pain, arthralgia, muscles pain, and joint swelling. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Etoricoxib to avoid undesirable effects.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of Etoricoxib?
Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Etoricoxib. 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 depression, mouth ulcers, abnormal blood counts, irregular or fast heartbeat, and redness of the skin or mucous membranes. 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 Etoricoxib?
Ans : Etoricoxib 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 Etoricoxib. 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 Nucoxia 90 MG Injection before I see improvement of my conditions?
Ans : Nucoxia 90 MG Injection is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. It would be ideal if you note, it doesn't mean you will begin to notice such health improvement in a similar time span as different patients. There are numerous elements to consider such as, salt interactions, precautions to be taken care of, time is taken by the salt to performs its action, etc. we beg you to visit your doctor to realize to what extent before you can see improvements in your health while at the same time taking Nucoxia 90 MG Injection.
Ques : What are the contraindications to Nucoxia 90 MG Injection?
Ans : Contraindication to Nucoxia 90 MG Injection. In addition, Nucoxia 90 MG Injection should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Active peptic ulceration, Children and adolescents below 16 years, and Severe congestive heart failure.
Ques : Is Nucoxia 90 MG Injection safe to use when pregnant?
Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk but there is no data available regarding the effect of Nucoxia 90 MG Injection during pregnancy.
Ques : Will Nucoxia 90 MG Injection be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?
Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Nucoxia 90 MG Injection can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Irregular or fast heartbeat, Blurring of vision, Nausea, Hallucinations, Change in appetite, Flu-like symptoms, Breathlessness, Heartburn, Abnormal blood counts, Vomiting, Swelling in the legs due to fluid retention, Sensation of spinning, Severe allergic rejection, Depression, Ringing in ears, Heart problems, Kidney problems, Constipation, and Diarrhea, etc. If you are observing increased severity of pain or the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
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