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Nucoxia P Tablet

Manufacturer :  Zydus Cadila
Medicine Composition :  Etoricoxib, Paracetamol
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Nucoxia P Tablet

Nucoxia P Tablet is a pain-relief drug used for pain and inflammation due to disorders like osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Additionally, the drug also helps provide relief from a toothache, muscle ache, throat ache, and back ache.

Nucoxia P Tablet should be taken as prescribed by the doctor with or without food. The dosage of the drug may also be changed according to the level of pain, however, the drug should not be taken for a longer period of time than recommended.

Nucoxia P Tablet may induce side effects in some individuals like indigestion, stomach pain, indigestion, swelling in hands and feet, flatulence, and flu-like signs. If the side effects don’t go away with time, consult with your doctor immediately.

Before starting Nucoxia P Tablet, inform your doctor of any allergies and other conditions you might have related to heart, kidney, liver, or stomach. Additionally, notify your doctors of any drugs you might be currently taking.

It’s important to report your health information to your doctor as it might have an impact on the drug or a health disorder. Pregnant and breastfeeding women need to consult with their doctor before taking Nucoxia P Tablet.

    What are the uses of Nucoxia P Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Nucoxia P Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Nucoxia P Tablet ?

    • Diarrhoea

    • Nausea Or Vomiting

    • Headache

    • Dizziness

    • Stomach Pain

    • 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 P Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

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

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration. The onset is faster if the medicine is taken without food.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine is not recommended for use if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in future. Consult you doctor before taking this medicine.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      In case of breastfeeding, you must take medical help.

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

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

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      This medicine may affect alertness of the patient taking it. Thus patient must avoid driving.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution must be taken in patient with kidney disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Consult your doctor before taking this medication. use of this medicine is strictly not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Caution must be taken in patient with liver disease. Adjustment of dose might be needed. Consult your doctor before taking this medication. use of this medicine is strictly not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

    What are the substitutes for Nucoxia P Tablet ?

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

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. The missed dose should be skipped if it is almost time for the next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

    How does this medication work?

    It is an anti-inflammatory pain reliever. It selectively inhibits the isoform 2 of the enzyme cyclooxygenase. This medication 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 P Tablet ?

      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

        Interactions with alcohol can aggravate a few symptoms like dizziness. You should try and avoid the consumption of alcohol while you are taking the medicine.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        This medication interacts with Lithium, Phenytoin, Ramipril, Warfarin, Ethinyl Estradiol, Sodium Nitrite, Leflunomide.
      • Interaction with Disease

        This tablet interacts with Fluid Retention and edema, Liver Disease and heart disease.
      • Interaction with Food

        There is no specific information available about the interactions of this medicine with food substances.

      FAQs about Nucoxia P Tablet

      • Ques : What is Nucoxia P Tablet?

        Ans : Nucoxia belongs to the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) class of drugs and is used to treat symptoms of psoriatic arthritis, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. It contains Etoricoxib and Paracetamol as active ingredients. This tablet works by increasing the tolerance of pain and increases the blood flow across the skin, heat loss and sweating; preventing the release of prostaglandins.

      • Ques : What is the use of Nucoxia P Tablet?

        Ans : Nucoxia P Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like muscles pain, joint swelling, arthralgia, headache, and toothache.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Nucoxia P Tablet?

        Ans : Side effects include dizziness, severe allergic reaction, anxiety, weakness, breathlessness, and swollen facial features. Apart from these, using this medicine may further lead to swelling of the face, allergy, feeling of sickness, and skin reddening.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Nucoxia P Tablet?

        Ans : Nucoxia P Tablet should be stored in its original container away from direct heat and sunlight.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Nucoxia P Tablet before I see improvement in my condition?

        Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to consume this medication.

      • Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Nucoxia P Tablet?

        Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day. It is advised to consult your doctor before the usage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

      • Ques : Should I use Nucoxia P Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?

        Ans : This tablet is common to be taken orally and the action of salts involved in this medication, do not depend on whether taking it pre-meal or post-meal. It is advised to consult a doctor before use and take it at a fixed time in a day.

      • Ques : How to use Nucoxia P Tablet?

        Ans : Nucoxia P Tablet should be taken in the dosage as advised by the doctor, with a glass of water with or without food.

      • Ques : Is Nucoxia P Tablet safe for usage in children?

        Ans : Nucoxia P Tablet is not recommended for usage in children below the age of 16 as its safety and efficacy data is not known.

      • Ques : What is the onset of action of Nucoxia P Tablet?

        Ans : Nucoxia P Tablet typically shows its effect after 30 minutes of administration.

      References

      • Etoricoxib- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

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

      • Etoricoxib- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 25 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01628

      • Acetaminophen- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

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

      • Anadin Paracetamol Tablets- EMC [Internet]. www.medicines.org.uk. 2016 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

        https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3875/smpc

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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