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Intacoxia is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint Pain. Intacoxia also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Intacoxia depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Intacoxia also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Heartburn, Gastritis. While these are the most often observed Intacoxia side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Intacoxia go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Intacoxia's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Intacoxia's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Intacoxia can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Intacoxia in conditions like Liver Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Kidney Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Intacoxia are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Intacoxia may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Intacoxia is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Intacoxia 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 Intacoxia safe for pregnant women?
Intacoxia shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Intacoxia safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Intacoxia. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Intacoxia on the Kidneys?
Intacoxia can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Intacoxia on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Intacoxia. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Intacoxia on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Intacoxia. 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.
Intacoxia should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Intacoxia unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Intacoxia habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Intacoxia.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Intacoxia since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Intacoxia is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Intacoxia is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Intacoxia
There is no information on the effects of taking Intacoxia with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Intacoxia
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Intacoxia and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Intacoxia is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as angioedema (swelling in the face, tongue, and throat), difficulty in breathing, intestinal bleeding, and stomach upset. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
Intacoxia is a brand name for etoricoxib. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It is a selective COX2 inhibitor, mainly used to relieve pain in a patient's suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. Additionally, it also reduces fever.
Take Intacoxia as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.
Yes, Intacoxia can cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Yes, Intacoxia can cause stomach problems such as nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after taking this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 206