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Valcib 20mg Tablet


Product introduction

Valcib 20mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It alleviates pain, redness, and swelling in various conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.

It is NSAIDs.

Uses of Valcib Tablet

Benefits of Valcib Tablet

In Pain relief

Valcib 20mg Tablet helps to relieve 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, migraine, menstrual pain, and osteoarthritis.
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.

Side effects of Valcib Tablet

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 Valcib

  • Diarrhea
  • Indigestion
  • Abdominal pain
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Upper respiratory tract infection

How to use Valcib Tablet

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. Valcib 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valcib 20mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Valcib 20mg Tablet 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Valcib 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Valcib 20mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Valcib 20mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Valcib 20mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Valcib 20mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valcib 20mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Valcib 20mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

  • Valcib 20mg Tablet 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 Valcib 20mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Benzenesulfonamides Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's -Selective COX-2 Inhibitors

Patient concerns

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One of my teeth is sensitive. It some times pains
Dr. Abhijit Gambhir
Dental Surgery
sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief
fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
No take Crocin for pain relief
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FAQs

What is Valcib 20mg Tablet tablet and what are they used for?

Valcib 20mg Tablet tablets are pain killer tablets used in treating the pain and inflammation caused by arthritis and for painful menstruation

Why is Valcib 20mg Tablet banned?

Valcib 20mg Tablet was banned due to safety concerns of an increased risk of cardiovascular events and serious and potentially life-threatening skin reactions.

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References

  1. ScienceDirect. Valdecoxib. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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