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Rofecoxib
INFORMATION ABOUT ROFECOXIB
Rofecoxib Uses
Rofecoxib is used for pain relief.
How Rofecoxib works
Rofecoxib 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 for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Common side effects of Rofecoxib
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
Flu-like symptoms, Indigestion, Stomach pain, Diarrhea, Peripheral edema, Flatulence
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13 Jun 2023 | 11:26 AM (UTC)
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Expert advice for Rofecoxib
- Rofecoxib helps relieve pain and inflammation.
- It may cause fewer stomach problems as compared to other NSAIDs like Ibuprofen or Naproxen.
- It may cause dizziness and fatigue. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
- During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
- Do not take Rofecoxib if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Rofecoxib
Rofecoxib should be continued as advised by your doctor if you are using the medicine for a condition associated with long-term pain. It can be discontinued if you are using it for short-term pain relief.
Yes, the use of Rofecoxib may cause nausea. Taking it with food or antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication.
No, Rofecoxib should not be taken for stomach pain without consulting a physician. This drug can increase stomach acid secretion which may aggravate an unknown underlying condition.
Yes, Rofecoxib is a pain killer and a prescription medicine that is used to relieve signs and symptoms of arthritis, acute pain in adults, and painful menstrual cycles.