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Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet

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Introduction of Valus Plus Tablet

Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet 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.

Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet1 and Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet2.

Uses of Valus Plus Tablet

Benefits of Valus Plus Tablet

In Pain relief

Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet relieves pain, reduce swelling and ease inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It also helps to manage short term symptoms such as muscle and back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat. It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and swelling. By reducing pain, it improves the quality of your life.

Side effects of Valus Plus Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Valus Plus

  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Indigestion
  • Flatulence
  • Swelling of hands
  • Feet swelling
  • Flu-like symptoms

How to use Valus Plus 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. Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

What if you forget to take Valus Plus Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg 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

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet
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β‚Ή4/tablet
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Quick tips

Valus Plus Tablet

  • Valus Plus 20 mg/500 mg Tablet is used to treat various painful conditions.
  • It is better to take it with milk or food to prevent stomach upset.
  • Drink plenty of water while taking this medicine.
  • Do not take 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.
  • During long-term treatment, your doctor may want to take regular blood tests to monitor your liver function.

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PAIN ANALGESICS

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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One of my teeth is sensitive. It some times pains
Dr. Abhijit Gambhir
Dental Surgery
sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief
fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
No take Crocin for pain relief
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References

  1. FDA approved prescribing information. Valdecoxibe; 2004.[Accessed 02 Apr. 2019 ] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Valdecoxib. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. ScienceDirect. Paracetamol. [Accessed 02 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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