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Ugesic, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Ugesic have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Ugesic depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Ugesic include Loss of appetite. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ugesic as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ugesic go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Ugesic's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Ugesic's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ugesic related warnings section.
Ugesic is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Asthma are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ugesic contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Ugesic with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ugesic is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ugesic is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Ugesic safe for pregnant women?
Ugesic can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Ugesic safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Ugesic may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Ugesic should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Ugesic on the Kidneys?
Ugesic may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ugesic on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Ugesic. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Ugesic only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Ugesic on the Heart?
Use of Ugesic may be dangerous for the heart. Do not use it without doctor's advice.
Ugesic should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ugesic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ugesic habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ugesic is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Ugesic since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Ugesic should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ugesic cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Ugesic
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Ugesic together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ugesic
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Ugesic are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Feldene® (piroxicam)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 201-202