Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule
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Product introduction
Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule is a pain relieving medicine. It is used in the treatment of various conditions such as muscle ache, back pain, joint pain, menstrual cramps, and toothache.
Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it.
Using this medicine may cause few common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and sleepiness. If you experience any such side effects that do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.
Before using the medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any other medical conditions or disorders. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are using so let your doctor know all the other medicines you are taking. It should be used with caution in patients who are alcoholic or have liver or kidney disease. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors first before using the medicine.
Uses of Cobradex Capsule
Side effects of Cobradex Capsule
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 you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Cobradex
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Sleepiness
How to use Cobradex Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Cobradex Capsule works
Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Paracetamol and Dextropropoxyphene. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain. Dextropropoxyphene is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Even small doses of Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule can cause infant sleepiness and decreased/altered brain function.
Even small doses of Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule can cause infant sleepiness and decreased/altered brain function.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Cobradex Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule
₹1.4/Capsule
Parvon Capsule
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₹1.38/capsule
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Pyeevon Spas Capsule
Laborate Pharmaceuticals India Ltd
₹1.25/capsule
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Proxyvon 400mg/65mg Capsule
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₹4.79/capsule
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Quick tips
- Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule is used to treat various painful conditions.
- It is better to take Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule with food to prevent stomach upset.
- Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
- Drink plenty of water while taking Cobradex 400mg/65mg Capsule.
- Do not take it with any other pain medicine without asking your doctor first.
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- MedIndia. Paracetamol/Acetaminophen+Dextropropoxyphene. [Accessed 19 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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