Alzacox 90 mg Tablet

Composition of Alzacox 90 mg Tablet

Alzacox 90 mg Tablet contains Etoricoxib (90mg). It belongs to the Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug class of medicines.

Uses of Alzacox 90 mg Tablet

Pain relief

Key benefits

• In Pain relief Alzacox 90mg Tablet is used for short-term relief of pain
• inflammation
• and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis or even after a dental (tooth-related) surgery. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general
• you should take the lowest dose that works
• for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better
• more active
• quality of life.

How Alzacox 90 mg Tablet works

Alzacox 90mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

How to take Alzacox 90 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alzacox 90mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Alzacox 90mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause stomach bleeding, kidney failure, drowsiness and fits. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Alzacox 90 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Alzacox are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Alzacox 90 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

Take it with or just after food, and for the shortest time that works. Stop and seek urgent care for black or tarry stools, vomiting blood, or severe stomach pain — this group can cause bleeding from the stomach. Long or high-dose use raises the risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney injury, particularly in older people and those already at risk. Avoid if you are dehydrated or have an illness with vomiting or loose motions — the kidneys are vulnerable then. Must be avoided in the last three months of pregnancy.

Do not take Alzacox if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with an active stomach ulcer, severe kidney or heart failure, or asthma triggered by aspirin or anti-inflammatory painkillers. Not in the third trimester of pregnancy.

Interactions with other medicines

Combining with a blood thinner or aspirin sharply raises the bleeding risk. Reduces the effect of blood pressure medicines and water tablets, and together with them can harm the kidneys. Never take two anti-inflammatory painkillers at the same time.

How to store Alzacox 90 mg Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Alzacox 90 mg Tablet

Alzacox 90mg Tablet may cause dizziness and fatigue. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you. Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine, as it may cause excessive drowsiness. Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment. Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart disease, high blood pressure, or liver or kidney disease. During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function. Do not take Alzacox 90mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

CIPLA LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

PAIN ANALGESICS

Drug class:

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug

Chemical class:

Bipyridines and oligopyridines