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Intacoxia 120 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint Pain. The alternative uses of Intacoxia 120 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Intacoxia 120 Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Intacoxia 120 Tablet are Nausea or vomiting, Heartburn, Gastritis. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Intacoxia 120 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Intacoxia 120 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Intacoxia 120 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Intacoxia 120 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Intacoxia 120 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Peptic Ulcer, Kidney Disease are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Intacoxia 120 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Intacoxia 120 Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Intacoxia 120 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Intacoxia 120 Tablet 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Intacoxia 120 Tablet is used -
Mild
Common
Is the use of Intacoxia 120 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Intacoxia has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Intacoxia without medical advice.
Is the use of Intacoxia 120 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Intacoxia may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Intacoxia should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Intacoxia 120 Tablet 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 120 Tablet on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Intacoxia. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Intacoxia 120 Tablet on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Intacoxia. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Intacoxia 120 Tablet 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 120 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Intacoxia 120 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Intacoxia 120 Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Intacoxia 120 Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Intacoxia 120 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Intacoxia 120 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Intacoxia 120 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Intacoxia 120 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Intacoxia 120 Tablet
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Intacoxia 120 Tablet with alcohol.
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.
No, Intacoxia is not safe for diabetic patient's, the drug may increase the risk of heart disease. Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine, if you are diabetic.
Yes, Intacoxia can cause drowsiness. It is common side effects of this drug. However, if you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted side- effects.
Yes, Intacoxia can cause water retention (fluid retention or edema). It is common side effects of this drug. However, if you are experiencing water retention ( fluid retention or edema) after consuming this drug then do not hesitate to inform a doctor without further delay.
It is recommended to avoid taking Intacoxia with diclofenac because both belong to the same category which may increase the risk of side effects associated with the GIT (Gastrointestinal tract). Hence you must consult a doctor before taking these two medicines together.
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