BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for relieving moderate pain and swelling of joints associated with different forms of gout and arthritis. It is also used for short-term treatment of moderate pain after dental surgery.
BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose depends 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 longer than recommended.
The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, heartburn, nausea, edema, dizziness, headache, and discoloration of the skin. These are not usually serious, but if you are worried, ask your doctor about ways of reducing or preventing them.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of ulcers or bleeding in your stomach, high blood pressure, or 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.
Pain relief
BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet is used for short-term relief of pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis or even after a dental (tooth-related) surgery.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
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 BIRCOXIB 60
- Gastro-esophageal reflux disease
- Dyspepsia
- Oral ulcer
- Increased alanine aminotransferase
- Dry socket
- Palpitations
- High blood pressure
- Dizziness
- Stomach inflammation
- Abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Abdominal discomfort
- Tiredness
- Nausea
- Edema (swelling)
- Headache
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Increased aspartate aminotransferase
- Ecchymosis (discoloration of the skin resulting from bleeding underneath)
- Weakness
- Flu-like symptoms
- Flatulence
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. BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers (prostaglandins) that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
BIRCOXIB 60Tablet 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
UNSAFE
BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose of BIRCOXIB 60 Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
