Woxxib-P Tablet
Manufacturer
Gettin Lifesciences Pvt. Ltd.
Salt Composition
Etoricoxib (60mg) + Paracetamol (325mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Woxxib-P Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It may also relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Woxxib-P Tablet can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose and time between doses according to your pain level and your needs. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by your doctor. Some of the common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, indigestion, stomach pain, flatulence, swelling of hands and feet, and flu-like symptoms. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects by prescribing an alternative medicine or adjusting the dose. The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, liver, or have stomach ulcers. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Directions for Use
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. Woxxib-P Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Woxxib-P Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Etoricoxib and Paracetamol. Etoricoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and Paracetamol is an antipyretic (fever reducer). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and fever.
Quick Tips
You have been prescribed Woxxib-P Tablet to get relief from pain and inflammation. You can take the tablet either with or without food, although the tablets may work more quickly if they are taken without food. During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function. If you have asthma, symptoms such as wheeze or breathlessness can be made worse by Woxxib-P Tablet. If this happens to you, see your doctor as soon as possible.