oshudhkosh

Dayprox600mg

Rx
Generic:
Oxaprozin
Company:
Eskayef
Dosage form:
Tablet
Pack size:
Tablet

৳ 7/unit

Pack: ৳ 7

At a glance

Oxaprozin — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.

Description

Oxaprozin is a pain relieving medicine. It provides relief to pain and inflammation in conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, and juvenile arthritis. It also helps in relieving muscle and joint pain, headache, fever, toothache, and menstrual cramps. Oxaprozin should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset and reduce side effects. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as it will become less effective if you do. The common side effects of this medicine include vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, and indigestion. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. This medicine is generally considered safe but is not suitable for everybody. Before you take it, you should tell your doctor if you have kidney problems, asthma, blood disorders or drink a lot of alcohol. Also, tell your doctor what other medicines you are taking to make sure you are safe. It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while using this medicine. Oxaprozin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Indications

• Fever • Headache • Arthralgia (joint pain) • Muscle pain • Dental pain • Post operative pain • Pain during menstruation • Osteoarthritis • Rheumatoid arthritis • Ankylosing spondylitis • Gout

Mechanism of action

Oxaprozin is a propionic acid derivative NSAID. It inhibits the enzyme cyclooxygenase resulting in the blockage of prostaglandin synthesis.

Dosage

Adult Dose: Osteoarthritis Initial in mild to moderate disease: 600mg PO qDay Usual in moderate to severe disease: 1200mg PO qDay Maximum 1,800 mg/day or 26 mg/kg/day, whichever is lower, divided PO q12hr Rheumatoid Arthritis 1200mg PO qDay (individualize) Maximum 1,800 mg/day or 26 mg/kg/day, whichever is lower, divided PO q12hr Hepatic Impairment Caution in patients with severe liver impairment Child Dose: Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis 6 years 22-31 kg: 600 mg PO qDay 32-54 kg: 900 mg PO qDay >55 kg: 1200 mg PO qDay Renal Dose: Renal Impairment Severe renal impairment or on dialysis: 600 mg PO qDay; may increase to 1200 mg/day; monitor closely

Administration

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. Oxaprozin may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. Avoid Oxaprozin with herbs/food with anti-platelet activity such as alfalfa, anise, bilberry, grape seed, green tea, turmeric, fenugreek, garlic, ginger.

Side effects

Common: • Vomiting • Nausea • Indigestion

Precautions & warnings

[UNSAFE] Oxaprozin may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. You have been prescribed Oxaprozin to relieve pain and inflammation. Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach. Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney problems. Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Oxaprozin. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Oxaprozin as it can increase your risk of stomach problems. Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke. Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term treatment.

Contraindications

Previous or active peptic ulceration, known hypersensitivity to NSAIDs. Perioperative pain in CABG setting.

Drug interactions

Increased risk of salicylate toxicity with aspirin. May increase effects of oral anticoagulants. May reduce effects of beta-blockers, diuretics and other antihypertensive agents. May increase risk of methotrexate and lithium toxicity.

Food interactions

[UNSAFE] It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Oxaprozin.

Use in pregnancy

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Oxaprozin may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Use in lactation

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Oxaprozin is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Renal / hepatic impairment

[CAUTION] Oxaprozin should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Oxaprozin may be needed. Please consult your doctor. [CAUTION] Oxaprozin should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Oxaprozin may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.

Common questions

Pain.in right shoulder.RA factor negative.3yrs suffering. Take folitrax7.5mg tab and hqtor ,folvitetab ,hifennac.is it suitable or any sideeffect Where else is the pain. Just pain in shoukfer is not rheumatoid arthritis. Having problem of Joint pains and insomnia problem for joint pain , undergo arthritis profile Is Rheumatoid arthritis curable? no , but it can be controlled with YOGA and MEDICNESto give u pain free good life Please suggest me medicines list to recover with rheumatoid arthritis https://www.1mg.com/otc/pain-away-tablet-otc333737One ?one tablet morning & evening after taking food , use at least 1-2 months What are some vomiting, headache,stomach pain, gas, fever tablets Tab crocin for pain and fever. Tab meftal spas for pain stomach. Tab domstal 10mg for vomiting. Pain during menstruation and ir regular periods take meftal spas or drotin tablet for pain and go for check up for irregular periods Pain in lower abdomen during menstruation Hi PATIENT can take Meftal spas for the pain. Fever,cold,headache.leg pain Headache fever any tablet please tell me sir Take tab dolo sos for fever/pain and consult nearby physician for evaluation its cause.

⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.