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Equs is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Joint Pain, Muscle Pain. Secondary and off-label uses of Equs have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Equs 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Equs also has some side effects, the most common being Abdominal Pain. While these are the most often observed Equs side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Equs 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Equs is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Equs has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Equs related warnings section.
Equs is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease, Stroke, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Equs are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Equs may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Equs is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Equs 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 Equs safe for pregnant women?
Equs can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Equs, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Equs safe during breastfeeding?
Equs should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Equs on the Kidneys?
Equs rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Equs on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Equs on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Equs on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Equs. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Equs 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 Equs unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Equs habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Equs.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Equs since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Equs only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Equs is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Equs
You can take Equs with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Equs
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Equs with alcohol will be.
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; Vioxx® (rofecoxib)