Nucoxia 90mg

Nucoxia 90mg Tablet is a painkiller medicine. It provides relief from pain, stiffness, and swelling due to various conditions like ankylosing spondylitis (pain and stiffness of bones of the spine), osteoarthritis (tender and painful joints due to wear down of protective cartilage between the ends of the bones), rheumatoid arthritis (swelling and pain in the small joints of your body), etc. It is also used to relieve pain after dental surgery. Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet works by preventing the release of a chemical substance that causes pain and swelling in your body.

Nucoxia 90mg Tablet may show side effects such as increased blood pressure, dizziness, diarrhoea, indigestion, stomach pain, etc. These side effects usually subside by themselves. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsens. Avoid driving and operate heavy machines if you feel dizzy and/or sleepy.

Nucoxia 90MG Tablet can be taken with or without food as instructed by your doctor. It may act more quickly when taken without food. Avoid taking more than the prescribed dose. For the ease of remembering, take this medicine at the same time every day. Take it for the complete duration of treatment for better results. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor as your symptoms may reappear.

Nucoxia 90MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it or other similar medicines like Aspirin, Paracetamol, etc. Avoid taking this medicine if you have severe liver or kidney problems, or existing heart problems. Use this medicine with caution if you have diabetes and/or high blood cholesterol levels.

Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet
Eldoflam 90 MG Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Etoxib 90 MG Tablet
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Etrobax 90 MG Tablet
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.
Evah 90 MG Tablet
Abbott Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Intacoxia 90 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nucoxia 90MG Tablet
Nausea or vomiting
Headache
Dizziness
Stomach pain
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Yellowing of skin and eyes
Blurred vision
Diarrhoea
Increased blood pressure
Swelling of feet and lower legs
Drowsiness

Uses of Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is a joint condition caused due to wear down of protective cartilage between the ends of the bones. It mainly affects the joints of your hands, knees, hip, and backbone. Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a condition in which your body’s immune system attacks the small joints and causes swelling and pain. Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet is used to relieve swelling and pain in the joints due to RA.
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Spondylitis is a condition affecting the small bones of your spine causing them to fuse. The symptoms include pain and stiffness in your lower back and hips. Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet is used to treat this condition.
Acute Gout
Acute gout is a painful condition that often affects the joints in your big toe. It is caused due to deposition of uric acid (a waste product in the blood) in your joints. Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet is used to treat this condition.
Dental Pain
Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet is used for the short-term treatment of dental (tooth) pain after a dental procedure or surgery.

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When not to use?

Allergy
Avoid taking Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet if you are previously allergic to it. Serious allergic reactions to this medicine are rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc. It is also not recommended if you are allergic to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines like Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Aspirin, etc.
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet can cause stomach and intestinal bleeding. Therefore, this medicine is not recommended if you have peptic ulcers (sores in the lining of the stomach, small intestine, and food pipe) or bleeding in the stomach and intestine as it may worsen your health condition.
Severe Liver/Kidney Impairment
Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have severe liver and/or kidney problems. This medicine may further damage your liver and/or kidneys and worsen your condition.
Heart diseases
Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you have heart problems such as heart failure (a condition in which your heart is unable to pump a sufficient amount of blood), ischaemic heart diseases (heart problems due to narrowing of the blood vessels that supply oxygen to the heart), high blood pressure that has not been adequately controlled or if you have undergone a coronary artery bypass graft surgery (a surgical procedure that diverts the blood from narrowed or blocked vessels in the heart to improve its blood supply). Taking this medicine may increase your risk of heart attack and stroke (a condition that occurs due to reduced blood supply to the brain).

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
It is not known if Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet passes into the breastmilk. If you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor to understand the potential risks and benefits before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Use in children
Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 16 years of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.
Dehydration
Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you are dehydrated as it may worsen your condition. Your doctor may correct such conditions first before starting the treatment.
High blood pressure
Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet can cause an increase in blood pressure. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have high blood pressure as it may worsen your health condition. Keep a regular check of your blood pressure while taking this medicine.
Infections
Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have any infection since it may mask the symptoms of an infection such as a fever.
Diabetes or high cholesterol levels
Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have diabetes (a condition of high sugar levels in your blood) or high blood cholesterol (fat) levels as it may increase the risk of heart problems. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Driving or operating machines
Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet may cause sleepiness, blurred vision, or dizziness in some cases. Hence, avoid driving vehicles and operating heavy machines if you experience such symptoms.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose of Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet as soon as possible. If it is already time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor in case of an overdose with Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet.

Interactions

General Instructions
You can take Nucoxia 90 MG Tablet with or after food. Drink an adequate amount of water.
Never take more than the prescribed dose. Take this tablet at the same time every day.
Avoid smoking while taking this medication.