Macprox Dp 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
Medical Description
Macprox DP 500 tablet contains a combination of two medicines, Naproxen and Domperidone. Naproxen is an anti-inflammatory medicine, while Domperidone is an anti-emetic agent. It is used in inflammatory (pain and swelling) conditions of the joints, like rheumatoid arthritis and other forms of arthritis. It is also used for the treatment of migraine headaches. It works by blocking the effect of inflammation-inducing substances, producing relief in symptoms and also controlling nausea and vomiting.
Avoid taking this medicine if you have a heart rhythm problem or a history of ulcers due to painkillers. Long-term treatment with this medicine can affect your liver and kidneys. Napra D 500mg tablet, Naprosyn D 500 tablets and Naxdom 500 tablet also contain Naproxen and Domperidone. Common side effects of this medicine are dryness of the mouth, dizziness, vision problems, headache and ringing in the ears. Contact your doctor immediately if you feel the side effects persist or your condition worsens.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹97.15 |
You Save | ₹8.45 (8% on MRP) |
Contains | Domperidone(10.0 Mg) + Naproxen(500.0 Mg) |
Therapy | MIGRAINE DRUGS |
Uses of MACPROX DP 500MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Contraindications of MACPROX DP 500MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- If you are allergic to Naproxen, Domperidone or any other ingredients of Macprox Dp 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets.
- If you have a history of ulcer or bleeding previously.
- If you have any problems with your heart, liver and kidney.
- If you have an allergy to painkillers like aspirin or Ibuprofen.
- If you have stomach or intestinal ulcers, bleeding from ulcers.
- If you're pregnant or think you may be pregnant or breastfeeding.
- If you have a pituitary gland tumour which releases an excess of prolactin hormone (prolactinoma).
- If you have an obstruction, blockage or perforation (tear) in the intestine or any part of the gut.
- If you have any condition due to which there is a salt imbalance in your body (low levels of potassium or magnesium or high level of potassium).
Side effects of MACPROX DP 500MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Skin rash & itching
- Swelling
- Confusion
- Palpitations
- Ringing in the ear
- Visual disturbances
Precautions and Warnings of MACPROX DP 500MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any other stomach and intestinal diseases.
- You smoke or consume alcohol regularly.
- You are above 65 years of age.
- You had or have problems with your heart, liver or kidney.
- You have diabetes or high blood pressure or cholesterol.
- You have asthma or any problems with your breathing.
- You are planning to have a baby, as Naproxen may interfere with female fertility.
- You are using other medicines that may cause bleeding and ulcers in the stomach.
- You have to undergo any blood or urine tests.
- You are taking medicines or painkillers for headaches too often.
- You are above 12 years of age with a body weight below 35 kg.
- You are taking Apomorphine
- You have developed an allergy or skin rash after taking this medicine.
- You have an autoimmune disorder called systemic lupus erythematosus or any tissue disorder or any blood clotting issues.
- This medicine aggravates the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, asthma, colitis and Crohn's disease. Thus, it should be used with caution.
- It should not be used in children below 5 years of age.
Directions for Use of MACPROX DP 500MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Storage and disposal of MACPROX DP 500MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
- Store this medicine below 25°C protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
- Keep this medicine away from children and pets.
- Do not flush the expired medicine in the toilet or throw them in household waste or drain.
Dosage of MACPROX DP 500MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Overdose
- Symptoms of overdose are nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, dizziness, sleepiness, excitement, irritation, unconsciousness, fits and abnormal body movements. Overdose can sometimes lead to serious liver and kidney disorders....
- If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of MACPROX DP 500MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
How Does It Work?
- Certain substances, when released into the body, produce pain and inflammatory conditions in the body. So, the affected area becomes red, painful and swollen. If the joints are affected, then the movement also gets restricted because of inflammation and eventually results in joint damage....
- Naproxen belongs to a group of medicines that block the effect of inflammatory chemicals. So, all the symptoms related to it improve gradually.
- Domperidone is used to control nausea and vomiting. It prevents food backup in the oesophagus (food pipe), which may occur due to stomach irritation caused by Naproxen and other painkillers and in migraine attacks....
Interactions of MACPROX DP 500MG STRIP OF 10 TABLETS
Interactions with other medicines
- You may experience abnormal heart rhythm when taking this medicine along with medicines like Amiodarone, used in abnormal heart rhythm, Haloperidol and Escitalopram used in psychiatric illness, antibiotics such as Erythromycin, antifungal such as Ketoconazole and Lumefantrine used in malaria, Cisapride used for gastric problems, Mizolastine used in allergy and anticancer such as Vandetanib....
- Concomitant use of this medicine along with Diltiazem Verapamil used for the treatment of heart problems, is not recommended.
- It decreases the effectiveness of Atenolol and water pills such as Furosemide used to treat high blood pressure.
- Maintain a minimum gap of 10-12 days between the use of this medicine and mifepristone as the former can reduce the effectiveness of the latter.
- The chances of kidney damage increase if Macprox Dp 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets is taken along with Cyclosporine and Tacrolimus, medicines used to prevent organ rejection.
- The chances of stomach ulcers and bleeding increase if used along with steroids like prednisone, painkillers, and blood thinners like Warfarin and Bisphosphonates used to treat weakened bone.
- You may experience fits and convulsions if taken along with antibiotics such as Ciprofloxacin and Ofloxacin.
- The side effects related to blood increase if taken along with Zidovudine used in the treatment of HIV infection.
- You should take this medicine at least 1 hour before or 4 to 6 hours after Cholestyramine is used in the treatment of cholesterol problems.
- Other medicines like Phenytoin, Lithium, Methotrexate, Digoxin Probenecid, Gliclazide and Sulfamethoxazole should be used cautiously along with Macprox Dp 500mg Strip Of 10 Tablets.
Content Details
Dr. Ravi Kakarla
MBBS, MBA
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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