Rofecoxib + Paracetamol

Last updated 13 Apr 2023 | 11:13 AM (UTC)

Rofecoxib + Paracetamol Uses

Rofecoxib+Paracetamol is used for pain relief.

How Rofecoxib + Paracetamol works

Rofecoxib + Paracetamol is a combination of two medicines: Rofecoxib and Paracetamol. Rofecoxib 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.

Common side effects of Rofecoxib + Paracetamol

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

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Medicine brands for Rofecoxib + Paracetamol

Rofepar

Kinedex Healthcare Pvt Ltd

₹19 to ₹19

1 variant(s)

Roff Plus

Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Intra Labs India Pvt Ltd

₹42 to ₹42

1 variant(s)

Expert advice for Rofecoxib + Paracetamol

Rofecoxib + Paracetamol is used to treat various painful conditions.
It is better to take it with milk or food to prevent stomach upset.
Do not take it with any other pain medicine without asking your doctor first.
Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment.
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.

Frequently asked questions for Rofecoxib + Paracetamol

Q. Can I stop taking Rofecoxib+Paracetamol when my pain is relieved?

Rofecoxib+Paracetamol 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.

Q. Can Rofecoxib+Paracetamol cause nausea?

Yes, the use of Rofecoxib+Paracetamol may cause nausea. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty.

Q. Is Rofecoxib+Paracetamol helpful in relieving stomach pain?

No, Rofecoxib+Paracetamol 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.

Q. Is Rofecoxib+Paracetamol a painkiller?

Yes, Rofecoxib+Paracetamol is a pain killer and prescription medicine that is used to relieve signs and symptoms of arthritis, and acute pain in adults.