Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
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Indication: Osteoarthritis Age: Adult |
Dose: Oral – 500 mg Frequency: 3-4 times daily Note: Maximum Dosage: 1500 mg/day. |
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Indication: Rheumatoid arthritis Age: Adult |
Dose: Oral – 500 mg Frequency: 3-4 times daily Note: Maximum Dosage: 1500 mg/day. |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
|---|---|
|
Age: Pediatric |
Dose: No approved pediatric dosage available Note: No approved pediatric dosage available |
Administration
- Take with food
- Regular timing
Side Effect
- Possible poor glycemic control in diabetics
- monitor blood glucose
- Increased intraocular pressure
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Heartburn
- Hyperinsulinemia
- Nausea
- Skin reactions
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
|
Antidiabetic agents, Doxorubicin, Etoposide, Tenoposide
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May reduce effect
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Warfarin
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May enhance anticoagulant activity
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
|---|---|
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No specific contraindications listed
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Monitor for general drug reactions
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Should be stored in cool and dry place.
Data Sources
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