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Drug Tomydex Film with the main ingredient is Etoricoxib, belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Dosage of Tomydex Film depends on the patient's health and absorption status.
1. What is Tomydex Film?
Drug Tomydex Film, full name is Tomydex Film Coated Tablet. This is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, used to treat pain in the joints, pain caused by gout (gout). Tomydex Film is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets, packing specifications of 10 tablets, 1 blister, each box of 3 blisters. Tomydex Film is composed of the main drug Etoricoxib 120 mg, with the main use being to treat pain caused by osteoarthritis and pain caused by musculoskeletal diseases. The drug has a strong anti-inflammatory effect because the drug Etoricoxib selectively inhibits COX - an enzyme that synthesizes prostaglandins.
2. What is the use of Tomydex Film?
Drug Tomydex Film is made from Etoricoxib 120 mg and other excipients just enough for 1 tablet. Etoricoxib helps reduce inflammation and pain by inhibiting cyclo-oxygenase (COX). It is an important enzyme in the synthesis of prostaglandin receptors in muscle and smooth muscle tissues.
Specifically, the drug Etoricoxib promotes anti-inflammatory properties by selectively inhibiting COX-2. The enzyme cyclo-oxygenase is divided into two forms: COX-1 present in body tissues and COX-2 appearing in the tissues. inflammatory response. COX-2 inhibitors reduce inflammation in muscle tissues, besides helping to reduce inflammatory reactions in the body such as vasodilation or inhibition of platelets. Etoricoxib is concentrated in high concentrations in inflammatory tissue, with a long elimination time, so it is only necessary to use 1 tablet once a day to promote its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect.
Drug Tomydex Film is indicated for use in the following cases:
Patients with bone and joint diseases such as chronic and acute osteoarthritis; Patients with rheumatoid arthritis, acute gout pain or ankylosing spondylitis; The patient has primary dysmenorrhea or pain due to hypogastric spasm.
3. Usage of Tomydex Film
3.1. How to use Tomydex Film For the drug Tomydex Film, the patient should use the drug orally. Take Tomydex tablets whole with an appropriate amount of liquid. Use only 1 tablet at a time.
Coxib drugs have potential cardiovascular risk, because COX-2 inhibition increases the blood clot stimulator. Therefore, use Tomydex Film for a short time and at a low dose. It is necessary to periodically monitor and evaluate the patient's need and response to drugs for effective therapy.
3.2. Dosage of Tomydex Film Tomydex Film is indicated for use in adults and adolescents over 16 years of age.
Dosage for patients with osteoarthritis:
The recommended dose for this subject is 30 mg of Etoricoxib, used once a day. If there is no relief, consider increasing Etoricoxib to 80mg. If there is no effect on reducing inflammation and pain, contact your doctor so that he can review and change medication. Dosage for patients with rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis:
The recommended dose for this subject is 90mg of Etoricoxib, used once a day. Do not use etoricoxib when suffering from chronic bone and joint diseases. Use this active ingredient only during acute symptom flare-ups. Dosage for patients with acute gouty arthritis:
The recommended dose for this subject is to use 120mg of Etoricoxib once a day. The permissible duration of treatment is 8 days. Dosage for people with post-dental pain:
The recommended dose for this group is to use 90mg of Etoricoxib for 1 oral dose, 1 time per day. Use only for up to 3 days. Dosage for special patient groups:
No dose adjustment of Tomydex Film is required for the elderly. Patients with mild hepatic impairment receive a maximum dose of 60 mg of Etoricoxib once daily. Patients with moderate hepatic impairment received a maximum dose of 30 mg of Etoricoxib once daily. 3.3. Treatment for forgetting, overdosing Missed dose:
Rare cases of forgetting to use have been reported when using Tomydex Film, due to anti-inflammatory drugs and acute pain relief. If a dose is missed, absolutely do not take 2 doses of Tomydex Film at the same time to make up for the dose because an overdose of Etoricoxib may occur. Overdose:
In the case of an overdose of Tomydex Film, symptoms such as lethargy, poor sleep, lethargy, nausea, vomiting, spasms and epigastric pain may appear. At this time, the patient needs symptomatic treatment because NSAIDs do not have a specific antidote. May cause vomiting, use activated charcoal to reduce the effect of drugs, in serious cases, go to medical facilities, hospitals near where you live for care and treatment. 3.4. Contraindications Tomydex Film is contraindicated to use Tomydex Film with:
Patients with allergy or hypersensitivity to Etoricoxib, acetylsalicylic acid or any of the active ingredients of the drug. Pregnant women: Absolutely do not use Tomydex Film in the last 3 months of pregnancy because prostaglandin inhibition causes malformations to the fetus. Lactation: Etoricoxib is excreted in breast milk and may cause undesirable effects. Patients with impaired visceral function such as liver failure and severe renal failure. Children under 16 years old. Patients with peptic ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding. Patients with cardiovascular problems: Congestive heart failure grade II to IV, high blood pressure, patients at risk of myocardial infarction or peripheral arterial disease,...
4. Notes when using Tomydex Film
4.1 Side effects of Tomydex Film When using Tomydex Film, patients may experience side effects such as:
Immune disorders: Rash, hypersensitivity reactions, especially anaphylaxis. Blood and lymphatic system disorders such as thrombocytopenia, loss of neutrophils,... Nervous system disorders such as dizziness, headache, anxiety and fatigue, etc. Cardiovascular system disorders such as: tachycardia, angioedema, atrial fibrillation or pulse pain, and high blood pressure. Hepatotoxic, possibly impaired liver function. If experiencing these symptoms, the patient should stop using Tomydex Film and notify the doctor for appropriate treatment.
4.2 Drug Interactions Tomydex Film Tomydex Film may have an interaction reaction if used simultaneously with:
Co-administration of Tomydex Film with acetylsalicylic acid can cause peptic ulcer complications. Concomitant use of Tomydex Film with anticoagulants may increase promthbin time. Therefore, monitor the INR ratio of patients using the two drugs. Concomitant use of Tomydex Fil with the immunosuppressive drugs tacrolimus or cicloporin may cause nephrotoxicity. There may be a decrease in renal salt excretion when Tomydex Film is used concurrently with diuretics. 4.3 Storing Tomydex Film Medicines Store Tomydex Film in cool, dry locations, in the manufacturer's sealed packaging. Keep the medicine at room temperature, out of direct sunlight. Do not use Tomydex Film after the expiry date. Tomydex Film is a prescription drug, used to relieve pain in patients with arthritis and joint diseases. Patients should carefully read the instructions for use and follow the instructions of the treating doctor. Absolutely do not arbitrarily use the drug Tomydex Film.
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