Valcox 40mg Injection
Unichem Laboratories Ltd

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In-stock 5 ml in 1 vial
68.56
Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Valcox 40mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

No information is available on the use of Valcox 40mg Injection during lactation. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Valcox 40mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

Valcox 40mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Valcox 40mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Valcox 40mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valcox 40mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Valcox 40mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

Valdecoxib   40mg

Uses of Valcox Injection
Valcox 40mg Injection is used in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, arthralgia, muscle pain, pain during menstruation and post operative pain.

How to use Valcox Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Valcox Injection works
Valcox 40mg Injection 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 pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Side Effects:

Common Abdominal pain, Palpitations, Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Heartburn, Gastritis, Dizziness, Flatulence, Edema, Increased blood pressure, Dyspepsia, Constipation, Diarrhoea.

Expert advice for Valcox Injection
It can be taken with or without food. Valcox may cause fewer stomach problems as compared with other NSAIDs like Ibuprofen or Naproxen. It can also affect kidneys or cause permanent kidney damage if taken for a long time. Valcox can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is Valcox tablet and what are they used for?
Valcox tablets are pain killer tablets used in treating the pain and inflammation caused by arthritis and for painful menstruation

Q. Why is Valcox banned?
Valcox was banned due to safety concerns of an increased risk of cardiovascular events and serious and potentially life-threatening skin reactions.

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