Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet

Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Etoricoxib and Thiocolchicoside. 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.

The Nucoxia MR medicine can be used in the prevention and treatment of diseases such as Muscle Stiffness in spinal, Muscle Pain, Joint Pain, Muscles stiffness in nerve diseases, Joint swelling and Joint diseases.

Along with these, it can also be used in cases of inflammation in muscle disease, mild pain during operations, and muscles swelling. The administration of this tablet should not be stopped abruptly without completing the course.

The medication is harmful for pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers and for children below 16 years of age. Its dosage should be kept low and taking it for a period longer than prescribed can cause Diarrhoea, Allergy and Stomach discomfort.

• Muscle Spasm

• Allergy

• Peptic Ulcer

• Diarrhoea

• Indigestion

• Flatulence

• Swelling Of Feet Or Lower Legs

• Flu-Like Symptoms

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 20-24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  It must not be taken by pregnant women. If necessary, its benefits and risks must be discussed with the doctor.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  It must not be taken by breastfeeding women. If absolutely necessary, one must consult the doctor.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  The effects of alcohol while administrating this medicine is unknown.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Driving is safe while taking this medicine as it does not makes the patient sleepy.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  The use of Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet is known to have mild effect on the functions of kidney.

• Does this affect liver function?

  The use of medicine is known to have mild effect on the functions of liver.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Etx Plus 60 Mg/8 Mg Tablet

  Marc Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Ect Forte Tablet

  Icon Life Sciences

• Ebov Mr 60 Mg/8 Mg Tablet

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Retoz-Mr 60Mg/8Mg Tablet

  Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd

• Rhucoxia Th 60Mg/8Mg Tablet

  Rhumasafe Pharmaceutical

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

The drug is an anti-inflammatory pain reliever. It selectively inhibits the isoform 2 of the enzyme cyclooxygenase. The tablet reduces the production of prostaglandins from arachidonic acids that helps relieves inflammation and pain.

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

  There is no clinically established interaction of alcohol and this medicine, though one should avoid alcohol while administrating any drug to prevent any side effect.

• Interaction with Medicine

  It may interact with the following medicines – Lithium, Ramipril, Warfarin, Ethinyl Estradiol and Primaquine.

• Interaction with Disease

  Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet may interact with the following diseases:

  • Liver disease – this medicine may further worsen the liver impairment if taken for a long period.
  • Kidney disease – this medicine may further worsen the kidney impairment if taken for a long period.

• Interaction with Food

  The interaction of food with medicine is not clinically established.

• Ques : What is Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet?

  Ans : Nucoxia MR 8 works by preventing the release of prostaglandins which reduces the swelling and pain.

• Ques : What are the uses of Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet?

  Ans : Nucoxia tablet can be used in the prevention and treatment of diseases such as Muscle Stiffness in spinal, Muscles Pain, Joint Pain, Muscles stiffness in nerve diseases, Joint swelling and Muscles Stiffness in the joint diseases.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet?

  Ans : Nucoxia causes a few side effects such as Breathlessness, Anxiety, Dizziness, Weakness, Sleeping Weakness and edema.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet?

  Ans : Nucoxia MR should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : It takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : What are the contraindications to Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet?

  Ans : It should not be used if you have conditions such as Breastfeeding, Pregnant, Severe congestive heart failure, etc.

• Ques : Is Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet 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.

• Ques : Will Nucoxia Mr 8 Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose can lead to increased chances of side effects.

• Etoricoxib- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [Cited 23 Nov 2021]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/etoricoxib

• Thiocolchicoside- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [Cited 23 Nov 2021]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/thiocolchicoside

• Etoricoxib - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2021 [cited 3 December 2021]. Available from:

  https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01628

• Thiocolchicoside - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2021 [cited 3 December 2021]. Available from:

  https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB11582