Dayprox600mg
Tablet
Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dayprox. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Dayprox may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Dayprox is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Dayprox may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | CAUTION Dayprox should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dayprox may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | CAUTION Dayprox should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dayprox may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Introduction
Dayprox is a pain relieving medicine. It provides relief to pain and inflammation in conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing sp... View More
Uses of Dayprox
- Fever
- Headache
- Arthralgia (joint pain)
- Muscle pain
- Dental pain
- Post operative pain
- Pain during menstruation
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Ankylosing spondylitis
- Gout
Side effects of Dayprox
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Indigestion
How to use Dayprox
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. Dayprox may be taken with ... View More
How Dayprox works
Dayprox is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain and in... View More
- You have been prescribed Dayprox to relieve pain and inflammation.
- Take it with food or milk to prevent upset stomach.
- Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Long term use may lead to serious complications such as stomach bleeding and kidney prob... View More
- Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Dayprox.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Dayprox as it can increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart disease or stroke.
- Your doctor may regularly monitor your kidney function, liver function and levels of blood components if you are taking this medicine for long-term trea... View More
Indication
Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
Administration
Take with food or water to avoid GI effects
Adult Dose
Osteoarthritis Initial in mild to moderate disease: 600mg PO qDay Usual in moderate to severe disease: 1200mg PO qDay Maximum 1,800 mg/day or 26 mg/k... View More
Child Dose
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis <6 years Safety and efficacy not established >6 years 22-31 kg: 600 mg PO qDay 32-54 kg: 900 mg PO qDay >55 kg: 1200... View More
Renal Dose
Renal Impairment Severe renal impairment or on dialysis: 600 mg PO qDay; may increase to 1200 mg/day; monitor closely
Contraindication
Previous or active peptic ulceration, known hypersensitivity to NSAIDs. Perioperative pain in CABG setting.
Mode of Action
Oxaprozin is a propionic acid derivative NSAID. It inhibits the enzyme cyclooxygenase resulting in the blockage of prostaglandin synthesis.
Precaution
Be alert for ulceration and bleeding in patients treated chronically. History of serious GI events, alcoholism, smoking, other factors known to be assoc... View More
Side Effect
Common Edema,Rash,Abdominal pain,Anorexia,Constipation,Diarrhea,Indigestion,Nausea/Vomiting,GI ulcer,Gross bleeding with perforation,Heartburn,Anemia,L... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C; D in 3rd trimester or near delivery.
Interaction
Increased risk of salicylate toxicity with aspirin. May increase effects of oral anticoagulants. May reduce effects of beta-blockers, diuretics and othe... View More
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