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Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It may also be used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.

Valosol 20 mg/15 mg 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, stomach pain, indigestion, 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.


Uses of Valosol Tablet


Side effects of Valosol 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 Valosol

  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Indigestion
  • Flatulence
  • Swelling of hands
  • Feet swelling
  • Flu-like symptoms

How to use Valosol 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. Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Valosol Tablet works

Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Valdecoxib and Serratiopeptidase. Valdecoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Serratiopeptidase is an enzyme which works by breaking down abnormal proteins at the site of inflammation, and promotes healing.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Valosol 20 mg/15 mg 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
Information regarding the use of Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Valosol Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Valosol 20 mg/15 mg 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

  • Valosol 20 mg/15 mg Tablet is used to treat various painful conditions.
  • It is better to take it with milk or food to prevent stomach upset.
  • Drink plenty of water while taking this medicine.
  • Do not take any other pain medicine without asking your doctor first.
  • During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.

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PAIN ANALGESICS

Patient concerns

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One of my teeth is sensitive. It some times pains
Dr. Abhijit Gambhir
Dental Surgery
sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief
fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
No take Crocin for pain relief
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References

  1. Valdecoxibe. New York, New York: G.D. Searle LLC; 2004.[Accessed 02 Apr. 2019 ] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Bhagat S, Agarwal M, Roy V. Serratiopeptidase: A systematic review of the existing evidence. Int J Surg. 2013;11(3):209-17. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. ScienceDirect. Valdecoxib. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. PubChem. Serratiopeptidase. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  5. ScienceDirect. Serratiopeptidase. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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