Macprox DP 500 Tablet Information

Macprox DP 500 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Secondary and off-label uses of Macprox DP 500 Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Macprox DP 500 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Macprox DP 500 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Macprox DP 500 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Macprox DP 500 Tablet's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Macprox DP 500 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Macprox DP 500 Tablet related warnings section.

Macprox DP 500 Tablet 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 DP 500 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Macprox DP 500 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Macprox DP 500 Tablet 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 DP 500 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Macprox DP 500 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Other Benefits

Joint Pain (Read More - How to Relieve Joint Pain Naturally: Best Home Remedies)
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)

Macprox DP 500 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: 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 DP 500 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Macprox DP 500 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Macprox on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Macprox DP 500 Tablet 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 DP 500 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Macprox has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Macprox DP 500 Tablet on the Liver?

Macprox has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Macprox DP 500 Tablet on the Heart?

Side effects of Macprox rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Macprox DP 500 Tablet with Other Drugs

Macprox DP 500 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aspirin

Moderate

Macprox DP 500 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Macprox DP 500 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy
Asthma
Alcoholism
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Peptic Ulcer
Anemia
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Macprox DP 500 Tablet

Is this Macprox DP 500 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Macprox DP 500 Tablet has not been reported.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Macprox DP 500 Tablet as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Macprox DP 500 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Macprox DP 500 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Macprox DP 500 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Macprox DP 500 Tablet

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Macprox DP 500 Tablet together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Macprox DP 500 Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Macprox DP 500 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown