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Rofegesic is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Joint Pain, Muscle Pain. The alternative uses of Rofegesic have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Rofegesic depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Rofegesic include Abdominal Pain. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Rofegesic as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Rofegesic normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Rofegesic's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Rofegesic has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Rofegesic related warnings section.
Rofegesic can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Rofegesic in conditions like Heart Disease, Stroke, Liver Disease. The section on Rofegesic contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Rofegesic may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Rofegesic is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Rofegesic 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 Rofegesic safe for pregnant women?
Rofegesic can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Rofegesic right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Rofegesic safe during breastfeeding?
Rofegesic may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Rofegesic on the Kidneys?
Rofegesic has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Rofegesic on the Liver?
Rofegesic is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Rofegesic on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Rofegesic. 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.
Rofegesic 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 Rofegesic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Rofegesic habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Rofegesic is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Rofegesic since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Rofegesic is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Rofegesic for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Rofegesic
Taking Rofegesic with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Rofegesic
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Rofegesic with alcohol.
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)