Uses of Vimovo

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1. What is Vimovo?

Vimovo medicine contains naproxen and esomeprazole ingredients with the strength of 500mg/20mg. In particular, naproxene is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug with antipyretic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, belonging to the group of non-narcotic analgesics, helping to relieve moderate to mild pain such as in injuries, arthritis and musculoskeletal conditions other, dysmenorrhea.
Besides the above uses, Vimovo can also be used to treat some other conditions that are not listed above. Therefore, before taking the drug, consult your doctor for advice and effective use of the drug.

2. Indications and contraindications to the use of Vimovo

2.1 Indications for the use of Vimovo Indications for the use of Vimovo analgesics are the occurrence of mild to moderate pain in:
Pain after childbirth Pain after IUD insertion Post-operative pain Pain due to orthopedic surgery Primary dysmenorrhea Migraine neuralgia Rheumatoid arthritis Musculoskeletal and soft tissue inflammation 2.2 Contraindication to Vimovo drug Contraindications to Vimovo drug are:
Allergy to naproxen Gastric ulcer Advanced duodenal failure Severe liver and kidney failure

3. Usage and dosage of Vimovo

Vimovo is formulated as a release tablet so it can be taken on an empty stomach or on an empty stomach. You should take the medicine with a full glass of water to avoid stomach irritation. Take the pill, do not crush or discard the pill. Dosage of Vimovo drug will depend on the disease status and age of the patient such as:
Rheumatoid arthritis and degenerative disease: Attack dose and in acute attacks: 1100mg/day. Maintenance dose 550-1100mg/day depending on pain intensity. Extra-articular rheumatism, post-operative and post-traumatic pain: a daily dose of 1100 mg is generally effective. This dosage must be re-evaluated on a case-by-case basis, but should not exceed 1375 mg/day. The daily dose can be administered as a single dose or in 2 divided doses 12 hours apart. Dysmenorrhea: The recommended initial dose is 550mg, followed by 275mg every 6-8 hours, for a duration of 3-4 days. Migraine prevention: the recommended dose is 550mg, twice daily. If the drug is used for 4-6 weeks and the disease does not improve, the drug should be discontinued. In case of postpartum pain: single dose is 550mg. Mild to moderate musculoskeletal and soft tissue inflammation, acute or chronic: the recommended adult starting dose is 275 mg twice daily (morning and evening) or 275 mg morning and 550 mg evening. During long-term treatment, the dose is increased or decreased depending on the clinical response of the patient. Patients should use Vimovo regularly to get the most benefit from it. To use the medicine safely, take Vimovo exactly as directed by your doctor, do not use more, smaller or longer than prescribed. Absolutely do not abuse the drug for too long for a long time or arbitrarily increase the dose of the drug. Because this not only makes the condition worse, but also increases the risk of unwanted effects.

4. Undesirable effects when using Vimovo

Some undesirable effects that may occur when using Vimovo include:
Digestive disorders Epigastric pain Headache Nausea Nausea Mild peripheral angioedema tinnitus Dizziness Rash, itching Latent bleeding Asthma Asthma Before prescribing medicine, doctors always weigh the benefits and effects of Vimovo more than the risk of side effects. However, in some cases, when using Vimovo, unwanted effects may still occur. Therefore, when there are unusual signs after taking the drug, especially when a severe allergic reaction occurs with accompanying signs such as difficulty breathing, severe dizziness, swelling, rash or itching of the face area. , throat, tongue,... In this case, the patient should immediately notify the medical staff for immediate intervention.

5. Some notes when using Vimovo

Some notes when using Vimovo include:
Inform your doctor about a history of allergy to Vimovo or any other allergies. Vimovo may contain ingredients that don't work and could cause an allergic reaction or other serious problems. Report any medications you are taking including prescription and nonprescription drugs, herbs and supplements, foods, dyes or preservatives. Use with caution in people with a history of peptic ulcers, heart failure, cirrhosis of the liver,... Patients with a lot of extracellular fluid loss, on a sodium-salt diet, or with kidney disease need to be evaluated for kidney function. renal function before taking the drug. For pregnant women, Vimovo should not be used because it can cause teratogenicity, fetal malformations and miscarriage, especially in the first 3 months. For women in the lactation period, Vimovo should not be used because it can be excreted in breast milk with concentrations of about 1% in plasma. If you forget to take a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking the medicine as scheduled. Do not arbitrarily use the drug twice the dose more than the treatment regimen. Vimovo overdose can cause serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, weakness,...

6. Drug interactions

Drug interactions can reduce the effect of Vimovo, or increase the effect of unwanted effects. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you are taking including vitamins, over-the-counter medicines, prescription drugs, and herbal products. Do not stop, start, or change the dose of any medicine without your doctor's consent without your doctor's consent.
Some drugs that may interact with Vimovo include:
Anticoagulant heparin Lithium Methotrexate Ticlopidine Beta blocker

7. How to store Vimovo

Store Vimovo at room temperature, away from light and away from moisture. Do not store Vimovo in a humid place or in the freezer. Different medicines will have different storage methods, so read Vimovo's storage instructions carefully on the packaging, or ask your pharmacist. Keep Vimovo out of the reach of children and family pets. When the medicine has been damaged, it cannot be used anymore or has expired, please dispose of the medicine according to the correct procedure. Do not arbitrarily dispose of Vimovo into the environment such as water pipes or toilets unless requested. Please consult your waste disposal company or pharmacist on how to safely dispose of Vimovo to help protect the environment.
In summary, Vimovo drug is used in cases of postpartum pain, postoperative pain, primary dysmenorrhea, migraine,... However, Vimovo can cause some unwanted effects and drug interactions, so tell your doctor what drugs you are taking to reduce the risk of side effects and at the same time increase the effectiveness of the treatment process.
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