VALDECOXIB

Overview

VALDECOXIB is a Schedule H drug.
This medication is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), prescribed for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and painful menstruation and menstrual symptoms.  It works by reducing substances in the body that cause inflammation. 

Usage

VALDECOXIB is generally used to treat: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Dysmenorrhea, Osteoarthritis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 18yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of ulcer, GI bleeding, dehydration, high blood pressure, heart failure, fluid retention, liver or kidney disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
  • Monitor hemoglobin level regularly while taking this medication.
  • Avoid co-administration with ketoconazole or fluconazole.
  • Avoid excess dosage. 

Symptoms of Overdosage

VALDECOXIB over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Nausea, Vomit, Epigastric Pain

Common Side-Effects

VALDECOXIB : Chills, Pain With Urination, Dizziness, Fever, Nausea, Nervousness, Pale Skin, Weight Gain, Abdomen Pain, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Vomit, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Serious Side-Effects

VALDECOXIB : Eyes Blurred Vision, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools

Technical Classification

VALDECOXIB is categorized as: COX-2 INHIBITORS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with VALDECOXIB as Ingredient

ARTIVAL 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
ARTIVAL 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
COXVAL MR 10MG/2MG TAB MRVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG, TIZANIDINE 2.0 MG
COXVAL P 10MG/500MG TABPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, VALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
CREVAL 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
CREVAL 40MG TABVALDECOXIB 40.0 MG
MARVEL 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
OSRA FORTE TABVALDECOXIB
OZEX VC 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
PAROVI 20MG/500MG TABPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, VALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
POWERCOXIB 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
POWERCOXIB 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VACOX 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VACOX 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VACOX 40MG TABVALDECOXIB 40.0 MG
VACOX PLUS 20MG/500MG TABPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, VALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VAH 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VAH 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VAH 40MG TABVALDECOXIB 40.0 MG
VAH MD 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VAHFLAM 20MG/500MG TABPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, VALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALCOX 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VALCOX 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALCOX 40MG INJVALDECOXIB 40.0 MG
VALCOX BCD 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VALCOX-PLUS 10MG/500MG TABPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, VALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VALDEZ 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VALDEZ 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALDIN 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VALDIN 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALDIXX MD 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VALDIXX MD 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALDONE 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10 MG
VALDONE 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALDONE 40MG TABVALDECOXIB 40.0 MG
VALDY SP 20MG/15MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 15.0 MG
VALED 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VALED 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALED 40MG TABVALDECOXIB 40.0 MG
VALIDAY PLUS 20MG/500MG TABPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, VALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALIGUD 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VALIGUD 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALOFLAM P 10MG/500MG TABPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, VALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VALOFLAM TZ 10MG/2MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG, TIZANIDINE 2.0 MG
VALOSOL 20MG/15MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG, SERRATIOPEPTIDASE 15.0 MG
VALOXIB 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VALSAFE 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALTO 40MG TABVALDECOXIB 40.0 MG
VALUS 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VALUS 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALUS 40MG TABVALDECOXIB 40.0 MG
VALUS INSTA GELVALDECOXIB
VALUS PLUS 20MG/500MG TABPARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, VALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VALUS XT 20MG/2MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG, TIZANIDINE 2.0 MG
VALZ BCD 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VELSAID 10MG TABVALDECOXIB 10.0 MG
VELSAID 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG
VELSAID 40MG TABVALDECOXIB 40.0 MG
VEXX 20MG TABVALDECOXIB 20.0 MG