Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet is a combination medicine which helps in relieving pain. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain, inflammation, and fever. It also blocks the transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower the pain perception.
Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet should be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset stomach. The dose will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by the doctor.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, indigestion, constipation, sleepiness, and dizziness. If any of these side effects bother you or get worse, you should speak to your doctor. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of ulcer or bleeding in your stomach, high blood pressure, or have any trouble with your heart, kidneys, or liver. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine, as alcohol can cause excessive drowsiness.
Uses of Orthodex Tablet
Side effects of Orthodex Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Orthodex
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Constipation
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Heartburn
How to use Orthodex Tablet
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. Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Orthodex Tablet works
Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet is a combination of three pain relieving medicines: Ibuprofen, Paracetamol and Dextropropoxyphene. Ibuprofen and Paracetamol work by blocking the chemical messengers in brain that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Dextropropoxyphene works by blocking the transmission of pain signals to the brain, thereby further decreasing pain perception.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Even small doses of Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet can cause infant sleepiness and decreased/altered brain function.
Even small doses of Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet can cause infant sleepiness and decreased/altered brain function.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Orthodex Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Orthodex Forte 400mg/500mg/500mg Tablet is given to treat various painful conditions.
- Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
- Drink plenty of water while taking it.
- Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking this medicine.
- Do not take it with any other pain medicine without asking your doctor first.
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- Drugs.com. Ibuprofen. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Dextropropoxyphene. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- ScienceDirect. Paracetamol. [Accessed 23 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Address: Plot No -17, Sector – 20A, Faridabad, Haryana – 121001, India
Country of origin: India
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