Macprox Information

Macprox is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Macprox also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Macprox is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Macprox have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Macprox are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Macprox's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Macprox's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Macprox is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Drug Allergy, Asthma, Peptic Ulcer as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Macprox contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Macprox with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Macprox is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Macprox Benefits & Uses
Macprox Dosage & How to Take
Macprox Side Effects
Macprox Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Macprox with Other Drugs
Macprox Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Macprox
Macprox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Macprox Benefits & Uses

Macprox is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Other Benefits

Joint Pain
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)

Macprox Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: if weight is 55 kg or more
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 1200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: if weight is 55 kg or more
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: if weight is 22 to 31 kg
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Joint Pain (Arthralgia) Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: if weight is 22 to 31 kg

Macprox Related Warnings

Is the use of Macprox safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Macprox for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Macprox safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Macprox in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Macprox on the Kidneys?

Macprox rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Macprox on the Liver?

Side effects of Macprox rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Macprox on the Heart?

Macprox has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Macprox with Other Drugs

Macprox should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aspirin

Moderate

Macprox Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Macprox unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Asthma
Alcoholism
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Peptic Ulcer
Anemia
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Macprox

Is this Macprox habit forming or addictive?

Macprox is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Macprox does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Macprox is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Macprox cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Macprox Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Macprox

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Macprox together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Macprox

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Macprox with alcohol will be.

Unknown