What should I discuss with my healthcare expert before taking Oxaceprol?

Oxaceprol

Uses	Osteoarthritic Pain
Therapy	Drugs For Osteoarthritis, Drugs For Rheumatoid Arthritis
Side Effects	Stomach Pain Dizziness Nausea Diarrhoea Skin Itching

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Molecule Description

Oxaceprol is an anti-inflammatory drug agent used for the treatment of arthritis or chronic joint disorders and inflammation of connective tissues.

Uses

Degenerative joint disorders (osteoarthritis)
Inflammatory connective tissue diseases (systemic lupus erythematosus)
Mild burn at the top layer of skin (topical application only)

Contraindications

When should one not use Oxaceprol

Allergy to this medicine
Liver disease
Kidney diseases

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Nausea
Poor appetite
Allergic reaction
Abdominal pain
Headache
Diarrhea
Skin rashes

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

To be used with caution during pregnancy. Take this medicine only when prescribed by your doctor.

Breast Feeding

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding as no information is available on the use of Oxaceprol if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will tell you about the use of this medicine after assessing the benefits over risks.

Driving

No information is available on the ability to drive or use machines. However, if you observe or experience any side effects, it is advised not to drive or use tools. Contact your doctor or pharmacist for further information.

Alcohol

No information is available on interactions of Oxaceprol when taken with alcohol, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further details.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You are allergic to any medicine
You are suffering from any bleeding disorder

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Oxaceprol blocks the release of certain chemical mediators responsible for pain, redness, swelling, etc. thereby providing relief in inflammatory conditions of bones and joints.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Warfarin (blood-thinning medicine)
Vitamin K therapy
Blood pressure medicines
Methotrexate
Lithium

Interactions with food items

No specific interactions with food have been reported yet.

Dosage

Overdose

If you accidentally take an excess dose of this medicine, seek emergency medical care immediately.

Missed a Dose

Take the missed dose as early as you remember. Skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing routine if it’s already the time for your next dose. Do not take extra medicine to compensate for the missed dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Inform the doctor about your detailed medical history and if you have any of the following conditions:Liver diseaseKidney diseaseAllergy to Oxaceprol or any other NSAIDsBlood-thinning medicines e.g. WarfarinInform if you are pregnant, lactating or planning a pregnancy

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