Polmagesic Capsule is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used to treat osteoarthritis of knee and hip joints. It inhibits the production of certain enzymes involved in inflammation, resulting in reduced inflammation, pain, and stiffness in the joints, and improves the function of joints.

Polmagesic Capsule should be taken with food to reduce the risk of an upset stomach. Take it in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Also, continue taking this medicine for as long as your doctor prescribes it because if you stop taking the medicine abruptly, the symptoms may return.

Some common side effects of this medicine are headache, nausea, and upset stomach. These side effects are usually mild and go away on their own. However, if any of these symptoms get worse or bother you, consult with the doctor.

Do not take Polmagesic Capsule if you have a known history of allergic reactions to any of the ingredients of this medicine. Let your doctor know if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines. To ensure that this medication is safe for you, also inform the doctor if you have any other pre-existing medical conditions. This medicine is contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women as it can cause harm to the developing baby.

Uses of Polmagesic Capsule

Treatment of Osteoarthritis of knee and hip joints

Benefits of Polmagesic Capsule

In Treatment of Osteoarthritis of knee and hip joints

Osteoarthritis is a chronic condition that causes pain, stiffness, and inflammation in the joints. Polmagesic Capsule provides quick relief from these symptoms of osteoarthritis. It also protects the gastrointestinal and cardiovascular systems. Hence, it is well-suited for patients who are at risk for gastrointestinal or cardiovascular side effects.

Side effects of Polmagesic 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 Polmagesic

Headache
Nausea
Upset stomach

How to use Polmagesic Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Polmagesic Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Polmagesic Capsule works

Polmagesic Capsule suppresses the production of proinflammatory substances (prostaglandins) by inhibiting certain enzymes involved in inflammation. This results in a reduction in inflammation-associated symptoms like pain, stiffness, or redness.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Polmagesic Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Polmagesic Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

UNSAFE

Polmagesic Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Polmagesic Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Polmagesic Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Polmagesic Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Polmagesic Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Polmagesic Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Polmagesic Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Polmagesic 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.

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Quick tips

Drinking alcohol while taking Polmagesic Capsule may cause stomach bleeding.
You must inform your doctor if you have any history of cardiovascular/gastrointestinal diseases or renal/hepatic impairment, or are taking any painkiller medication.
You must consult with your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.
Drinking alcohol while taking Polmagesic Capsule may cause stomach bleeding.
You must inform your doctor if you have any history of cardiovascular/gastrointestinal diseases or renal/hepatic impairment, or are taking any painkiller medication.
You must consult with your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Stilbenes

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's -Selective COX-2 Inhibitors

Patient concerns

Pain in hip joint and kneejointy

Dr. Akshat Goel

Orthopaedics

Check your S-URIC ACID levels and Vitamin-D levelsalso do X-rays of hip and knee joints and share it

I had been a biologist by professopn and was used to travel. Presently also i walk about 8kms daily. My problem is lower back and knees. I am not able to sit for longer as it hurts me in both knees while standing. While coming down an incline i feel more pain in knees.

Vipul Aggarwal

You seem to be suffering from osteoarthritis of your knee joints please get me x-rays done and send me

Sir , She is my mother suffering from pain in knee joint & legs . She can't walk without help . Please sujest me for his batterment .please sir

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

Seems a case of osteoarthritis. Give her ossigen cap 2 twice, myostal cap 2 twice, apply mahanarayan oil daily on knee joints . calcium and vitamin D level should be checked. If no improvement is seen , undergo Xray of knee joints

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