Parofi Tablet
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Product introduction
Parofi Tablet is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It may also be used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.
Parofi Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose and time between doses according to your pain level and your needs. Do not take more or use it for longer duration than recommended by your doctor.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, stomach pain, indigestion, flatulence, swelling of hands and feet, and flu-like symptoms. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects by prescribing an alternative medicine or adjusting the dose.
The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, liver, or have stomach ulcers. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Uses of Parofi Tablet
Side effects of Parofi Tablet
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 Parofi
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Flatulence
- Swelling of hands
- Feet swelling
- Flu-like symptoms
How to use Parofi Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Parofi Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Parofi Tablet works
Parofi Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Rofecoxib and Paracetamol. Rofecoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and Paracetamol is an antipyretic (fever reducer). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and fever.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Parofi Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Parofi Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Parofi Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Parofi Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Parofi Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Parofi Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, Parofi Tablet contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.
However, Parofi Tablet contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.
Liver
CAUTION
Parofi Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Parofi Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Parofi Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
However, the use of Parofi Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.
What if you forget to take Parofi Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Parofi Tablet, 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.
Parofi Tablet
₹2.91/Tablet
Roff Plus 25 mg/500 mg Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹4.03/tablet
38% costlier
Rofidin Plus Tablet
Mankind Pharma Ltd
₹1.93/tablet
34% cheaper
Rofepar Tablet
Kinedex Healthcare Pvt Ltd
₹2.03/tablet
30% cheaper
Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg Tablet
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹3.34/tablet
15% costlier
Rofiz Plus 25mg/500mg Tablet
Wockhardt Ltd
₹3.38/tablet
16% costlier
Quick tips
- Parofi Tablet is used to treat various painful conditions.
- It is better to take it with milk or food to prevent stomach upset.
- Do not take it with any other pain medicine without asking your doctor first.
- Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment.
- During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
- Parofi Tablet is used to treat various painful conditions.
- It is better to take it with milk or food to prevent stomach upset.
- Do not take it with any other pain medicine without asking your doctor first.
- Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment.
- During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
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PAIN ANALGESICS
Patient concerns
FAQs
Can I stop taking Parofi Tablet when my pain is relieved?
Parofi Tablet should be continued as advised by your doctor if you are using the medicine for a condition associated with long-term pain. It can be discontinued if you are using it for short-term pain relief.
Can Parofi Tablet cause nausea?
Yes, the use of Parofi Tablet may cause nausea. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty.
Is Parofi Tablet helpful in relieving stomach pain?
No, Parofi Tablet should not be taken for stomach pain without consulting a physician. This drug can increase stomach acid secretion which may aggravate an unknown underlying condition.
Is Parofi Tablet a painkiller?
Yes, Parofi Tablet is a pain killer and prescription medicine that is used to relieve signs and symptoms of arthritis, and acute pain in adults.
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