Selcoxib-MD Tablet
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Product introduction
Selcoxib-MD Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It alleviates pain, redness, and swelling in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals that cause pain and inflammation.
Selcoxib-MD 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 than recommended by your doctor.
Common side effects of this medicine include abdominal pain, diarrhea, indigestion, flatulence, peripheral edema, dizziness, and upper respiratory tract infection. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these symptoms by prescribing you an alternative medicine or by 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, and liver. You should avoid the consumption of alcohol while on this medication. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medicine as it can cause harmful effects to the developing baby.
Uses of Selcoxib Tablet MD
Benefits of Selcoxib Tablet MD
In Treatment of Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. Selcoxib-MD Tablet helps relieve pain and reduces inflammation and swelling in your joints due to this condition. This will ensure that you have a better, more active, quality of life.
Additionally, you may consider simple lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, losing weight, maintaining good posture while doing various daily activities, and wearing comfortable footwear. This will help you manage mild symptoms of osteoarthritis very effectively in the long run.
Additionally, you may consider simple lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, losing weight, maintaining good posture while doing various daily activities, and wearing comfortable footwear. This will help you manage mild symptoms of osteoarthritis very effectively in the long run.
In Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis
Selcoxib-MD Tablet works by blocking the action of some chemicals which cause inflammation. It can help reduce pain, stiffness, and swelling in your joints and slow down the progression of bone and joint damage. This will help you do normal daily activities more easily and thus improve your quality of life. This medicine should be taken at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. Keep taking it even if you feel well because it is preventing future harm as well as improving your symptoms.
Side effects of Selcoxib Tablet MD
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 Selcoxib
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Indigestion
- Abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
- Peripheral edema
- Dizziness
- Sore throat
How to use Selcoxib Tablet MD
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Selcoxib-MD Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Selcoxib Tablet MD works
Selcoxib-MD Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Selcoxib-MD Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Selcoxib-MD Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Selcoxib-MD Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Selcoxib-MD Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Selcoxib-MD Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Selcoxib-MD Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Selcoxib-MD Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Selcoxib-MD Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Selcoxib Tablet MD?
If you miss a dose of Selcoxib-MD 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.
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Quick tips
- Selcoxib-MD Tablet helps relieve pain and inflammation.
- It may cause fewer stomach problems as compared to other NSAIDs like Ibuprofen or Naproxen.
- It may cause dizziness and fatigue. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
- During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
- Do not take Selcoxib-MD Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyrazole Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's -Selective COX-2 Inhibitors
Interaction with drugs
Taking Selcoxib with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase the risk of bleeding. Celecoxib may increase the effect of Heparin.
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Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Celecoxib. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adj
Concurrent use may increase the risk of serious damage to the kidneys.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your tacrolimus levels, potassium levels and kidney
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Celecoxib. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adj
Concurrent use may result in fatal Methotrexate poisoning.
Careful consideration is advised when taking Methotrexate with Celecoxib. Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adj
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Selcoxib-MD Tablet banned in India?
No. Selcoxib-MD Tablet is not banned in India. It is legally available on prescription
Is Selcoxib-MD Tablet gluten free?
Yes. Selcoxib-MD Tablet is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Is Selcoxib-MD Tablet safe?
Yes. Selcoxib-MD Tablet is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Is Selcoxib-MD Tablet a narcotic or addictive drug?
No. Selcoxib-MD Tablet is not a narcotic or addictive drug
Does Selcoxib-MD Tablet cause drowsiness, weight gain or constipation?
Selcoxib-MD Tablet may cause drowsiness, weight gain or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Does celecoxib contain aspirin, codeine or sulfa?
No. Celecoxib is by itself a type of medicinal compound. It does not contain aspirin, codeine or sulfa
How does Selcoxib-MD Tablet work?
Selcoxib-MD Tablet works by inhibiting the formation of chemicals called prostaglandins in the body that cause pain and inflammation, thereby reducing the pain and swelling symptoms.
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