Celoxin Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Celoxin Tablet Information

Celoxin Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Heart Failure, Arrhythmia are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Celoxin Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Celoxin Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Celoxin Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Celoxin Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Celoxin Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Celoxin Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Celoxin Tablet related warnings section.

Celoxin Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Hypercalcemia as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Celoxin Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Celoxin Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Celoxin Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Celoxin Tablet Benefits & Uses

Celoxin Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Celoxin Tablet 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: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose may rarely increase 0.375-0.5 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.25 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, dose may rarely increase 0.375-0.5 mg/day
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mcg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Heart Failure Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mcg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice, Initially given 17.5 mcg/kg for 3 dose

Celoxin Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Celoxin Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Celoxin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Celoxin Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Celoxin is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Celoxin Tablet on the Kidneys?

Celoxin rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Celoxin Tablet on the Liver?

Information about safety of Celoxin for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Celoxin Tablet on the Heart?

Celoxin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Celoxin Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Trimethoprim

Telmisartan

Succinylcholine

Succinylcholine Injection

Spironolactone

Ritonavir

Moderate

Acarbose

Adefovir

Valsartan

Celoxin Tablet Contraindications

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

Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Hyperthyroidism
Hypercalcemia
Liver Disease
High Blood Pressure

Frequently asked Questions about Celoxin Tablet

Is this Celoxin Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Celoxin Tablet.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Celoxin Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Celoxin Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Celoxin Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Celoxin Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Celoxin Tablet

Taking Celoxin Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Celoxin Tablet

Information about the interaction of Celoxin Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Celoxin Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Celoxin cause constipation?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

No, Celoxin does not cause constipation. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug, it may be due to some other medical conditions. Take precautionary methods if you suffer from constipation such as eating fibrous food, drink plenty of fluid, and take some laxative (Lactulose syrup).

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Celoxin with ibuprofen?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, you can take Celoxin with ibuprofen only on your doctor's advice because taking both of these drugs at the same time can increase the concentration of digoxin in the blood which can lead to side effects such as visual changes, nausea, and irregular heartbeats.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Celoxin?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Celoxin is a brand name of digoxin and it is available in the form of a tablet, injection, syrup, and oral solution. It belongs to the class of drug called cardiac glycosides. It is a prescription drug that is used for the treatment of heart failure and irregular heartbeat ( Arrhythmia).

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Celoxin lower the blood pressure?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

No, Celoxin does not cause low blood pressure (hypotension). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. However, if you are experiencing lightheadedness or blurry vision (symptoms of low blood pressure) after taking this medicine then try to sit down and rest for a while till it subsides.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take metoprolol and Celoxin together?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking metoprolol and Celoxin together. Because metoprolol might slow the heart rate and increase the chances of side effects. However, if your doctor advises you to take both of these drugs at the same time then you can take them together.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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