Orthocel 100mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It alleviates pain, redness, and swelling in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It works by inhibiting the release of certain chemicals that cause pain and inflammation.

It is NSAIDs.

Uses of Orthocel Tablet

Benefits of Orthocel Tablet

In Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis

Orthocel 100mg Tablet works by blocking the action of some chemicals which cause inflammation. It can help reduce pain, stiffness, and swelling in your joints and slow down the progression of bone and joint damage. This will help you do normal daily activities more easily and thus improve your quality of life. This medicine should be taken at the same time each day to get maximum benefits. Keep taking it even if you feel well because it is preventing future harm as well as improving your symptoms.

In Treatment of Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the joints. Orthocel 100mg Tablet helps relieve pain and reduces inflammation and swelling in your joints due to this condition. This will ensure that you have a better, more active, quality of life.

Additionally, you may consider simple lifestyle modifications such as regular exercise, losing weight, maintaining good posture while doing various daily activities, and wearing comfortable footwear. This will help you manage mild symptoms of osteoarthritis very effectively in the long run.

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How to use Orthocel 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. Orthocel 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Orthocel 100mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Orthocel 100mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Orthocel 100mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Orthocel 100mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Orthocel 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Orthocel 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Orthocel 100mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Orthocel 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Orthocel 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Orthocel 100mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease. Inform your doctor and stop taking this medicine if you develop any signs of liver toxicity.

What if you forget to take Orthocel Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Orthocel 100mg Tablet, 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.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

Orthocel 100mg Tablet helps relieve pain and inflammation.
It may cause fewer stomach problems as compared to other NSAIDs like Ibuprofen or Naproxen.
It may cause dizziness and fatigue. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Do not consume alcohol while on treatment with this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Regularly monitor your blood pressure while taking this medicine, particularly in the first two weeks after starting treatment.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.
Do not take Orthocel 100mg Tablet if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Pyrazole Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's -Selective COX-2 Inhibitors

Patient concerns

Rheumatoid arthritis with osteoarthritis

Dr. Akshat Goel

Orthopaedics

Please refer to a Rheumatologist

I have joint pain in my rt wrist since 6 yrs. What are the possible reasons?

Dr. Trilok Kumar Jha

Orthopaedics

It may be Tenosynovitis, or Rheumatoid arthritis or any other type of arthritis

FAQs

Is Orthocel 100mg Tablet banned in India?

No. Orthocel 100mg Tablet is not banned in India. It is legally available on prescription

Is Orthocel 100mg Tablet gluten free?

Yes. Orthocel 100mg Tablet is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Is Orthocel 100mg Tablet safe?

Yes. Orthocel 100mg Tablet is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor

Is Orthocel 100mg Tablet a narcotic or addictive drug?

No. Orthocel 100mg Tablet is not a narcotic or addictive drug

Does Orthocel 100mg Tablet cause drowsiness, weight gain or constipation?

Orthocel 100mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, weight gain or constipation. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Does celecoxib contain aspirin, codeine or sulfa?

No. Celecoxib is by itself a type of medicinal compound. It does not contain aspirin, codeine or sulfa

How does Orthocel 100mg Tablet work?

Orthocel 100mg Tablet works by inhibiting the formation of chemicals called prostaglandins in the body that cause pain and inflammation, thereby reducing the pain and swelling symptoms.

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