Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Active Ingredient	Rofecoxib (25mg) + Paracetamol (500mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	PAIN ANALGESICS
User Rating	4.9
User Reviews	674

FAQ

Can I stop taking Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg when my pain is relieved?

Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg should be continued as advised by your doctor if you are using the medicine for a condition associated with long-term pain. It can be discontinued if you are using it for short-term pain relief.

Is Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg helpful in relieving stomach pain?

No, Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg should not be taken for stomach pain without consulting a physician. This drug can increase stomach acid secretion which may aggravate an unknown underlying condition.

Is Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg a painkiller?

Yes, Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg is a pain killer and prescription medicine that is used to relieve signs and symptoms of arthritis, and acute pain in adults.

Can Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg cause nausea?

Yes, the use of Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg may cause nausea. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce the feeling of nausea. Avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty.

What if you forget to take Rofibax Plus Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg Tablet Reviews

Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to reduce pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It may also be used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.

Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg can be taken with or without food. You should take it regularly as advised by your doctor. Your doctor may change the dose and time between doses according to your pain level and your needs. Do not take more or use it for longer duration than recommended by your doctor.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, stomach pain, indigestion, flatulence, swelling of hands and feet, and flu-like symptoms. If any of these side effects bother you or do not go away with time, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may help with ways to reduce or prevent these side effects by prescribing an alternative medicine or adjusting the dose.

The medicine may not be suitable for everybody. Before taking it, let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, kidneys, liver, or have stomach ulcers. To make sure it is safe for you, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should first consult their doctors before using this medicine.

How Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg Tablet Works

Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg is a combination of two medicines: Rofecoxib and Paracetamol. Rofecoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) and Paracetamol is an antipyretic (fever reducer). They work by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that cause pain and fever.

How to Use Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg 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. Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Uses of Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg Tablet

Pain relief

Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg 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.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg contains paracetamol which is considered the safest painkiller for kidney disease patients.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.However, the use of Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

Quick Tips

It is better to take it with milk or food to prevent stomach upset.
Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg is used to treat various painful conditions.
Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment.
Rofibax Plus 25 mg/500 mg is used to treat various painful conditions.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
Do not take it with any other pain medicine without asking your doctor first.
During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
It is better to take it with milk or food to prevent stomach upset.
Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment.
During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
Do not take it with any other pain medicine without asking your doctor first.