Macprox S 85mg/500mg Tablet

Short Description

Macprox S 85mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of migraine. It relieves the symptoms of migraines and prevents the attack from becoming worse.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Macprox S 85mg/500mg Tablet should be taken with food. However, it is advised to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain a consistent level of medicine in the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better and if you have missed a dose. Take it as soon as you remember. You should continue to take this medicine for as long as your doctor advises and do not stop taking it suddenly. Side effects associated with the use of this medicine include nausea, heartburn, chest discomfort, dry mouth, weakness, muscle stiffness, drowsiness, numbness of extremities, and irregular heartbeats. However, these are usually temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or worry you.

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. Macprox S 85mg/500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Nausea Heartburn Chest discomfort Dry mouth Weakness Muscle stiffness Drowsiness Numbness of extremities Irregular heartbeats

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Macprox S 85mg/500mg Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Macprox S 85mg/500mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Macprox S 85mg/500mg Tablet 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.

Interacting Medicines

Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any heart problems, as the use of Macprox S 85mg/500mg Tablet is contraindicated in some heart diseases

Macprox S 85mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Sumatriptan and Naproxen that treat migraine. Sumatriptan is a selective 5HT1-receptor agonist which relieves headache by narrowing the widened blood vessels in the head. Naproxen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which blocks the release of certain chemical messengers and decreases general inflammation and pain caused due to migraine.

Have your meals at the same time everyday Avoid bright lights and extreme temperatures Avoid loud music and noisy places Avoid chocolates, cheese, processed food, alcohol and smoking Get enough sleep and avoid stress Take it as soon as you experience warning signs like being sensitive to light or sound Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Macprox S 85mg/500mg Tablet affects you