How long does it take for Arcoxia to start working?

Arcoxia typically starts working within a few days, but it may take up to a week to notice significant pain relief.

Can I take Arcoxia for long-term use?

No, Arcoxia is not suitable for long-term use due to the risk of side effects.

How do I take Arcoxia?

Arcoxia is taken orally, once a day, with a meal and a small amount of water.

What are the dosage instructions for Arcoxia?

The recommended dosage regimen varies depending on the condition being treated. For osteoarthritis, the starting dose is 30-60 mg once a day. For rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, the recommended dose is 60-90 mg once a day.

Can I buy Arcoxia over-the-counter?

No, Arcoxia is a prescription medication and can only be obtained with a prescription from a doctor.

What are the storage instructions for Arcoxia?

Arcoxia should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Arcoxia Review: Effective Pain Relief with Side Effects

Hello everyone!

I'm sharing my experience with the Merck Sharp & Dohme Arcoxia, a treatment for my osteo-muscular issues. My doctor, a specialist in trauma, prescribed it to me.

I'll dive into the reasons behind the prescription, the application process, side effects, and the results.

Packaging.

Arcoxia comes in a cardboard box that looks like this.

Merck Sharp & Dohme Arcoxia

The sides of the box have some important details about the product.

Merck Sharp & Dohme Arcoxia

Batch number, production date, and expiration date are all clearly marked.

Merck Sharp & Dohme Arcoxia

The instruction manual was initially sealed and neatly folded.

Merck Sharp & Dohme Arcoxia

When you open it, it looks like a newspaper. The instruction manual is quite detailed, printed on both sides with a clear and readable font.

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I wanted to summarize the key points about this medication in a quote.

Indications.

It's used for symptomatic therapy of the following conditions:

Rheumatoid arthritis;Osteoarthritis;Ankylosing spondylitis;Gouty arthritis;For short-term therapy of moderate acute pain after dental interventions.

Dosage and Administration.

The tablets are intended for oral use. It's recommended to take them after a meal, washing them down with a small amount of water. The medication should be taken in the minimum effective dose for a short course.

Recommended dosage regimen:

I've been taking this medication for various conditions, and I wanted to share my experience with the dosing instructions.

For osteoarthritis, the starting dose is 30–60 mg taken once a day.For rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, the recommended dose is 60–90 mg taken once a day, with a minimum effective daily dose of 60 mg.For acute gouty arthritis, the dose is 120 mg taken once a day, but this should not be taken for more than a week.For acute pain after dental surgery, the dose is 90 mg taken once a day, but this should not be taken for more than three days.

Side effects.

Common side effects include alveolar osteitis, edema, fluid retention, headaches, dizziness, palpitations, arrhythmia, hypertension, bronchospasm, abdominal pain, constipation, flatulence, gastroesophageal reflux, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, mouth ulcers, elevated liver enzymes, ecchymosis, muscle pain, influenza-like syndrome;Less common side effects include anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, hypersensitivity reactions, appetite changes, weight gain, feelings of anxiety, depression, blurred vision, conjunctivitis, altered taste, somnolence, insomnia, tinnitus, cerebrovascular disorders, bloating, dry mouth, changes in bowel habits, irritable bowel syndrome, facial edema, muscle spasms, proteinuria, elevated creatinine levels, elevated blood urea nitrogen levels, hyperkalemia;Rare side effects include anaphylactic shock, angioedema, altered mental status, hepatitis, liver failure, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, hyponatremia.

The packaging contains one blister pack with seven tablets.

Medications for the musculoskeletal system Merck Sharp & Dohme Arcoxia Medications for the musculoskeletal system Merck Sharp & Dohme Arcoxia

Reasons for the appointment.

I went to see a trauma doctor with a pain syndrome in the forearm area, between the wrist and elbow, on the back side.

The pain got worse when I was active and moving. I also had swelling on my hand, where it hurt. My wrist swelled up. My temperature went up to 37 degrees, and I felt weak, drowsy, and lethargic.

This all happened after I'd been doing a lot of physical work on my right hand. I was digging up garden beds from scratch for the first time in my life. It was tough, but I thought I was managing. The next day, I watered the whole garden and bushes with a 5-liter watering can. Unfortunately, it was too much strain on my hand.

The doctor diagnosed me with myositis of the right forearm muscles. I was prescribed several medications: one for muscle relaxation, a second one was a cream with Diclofenac and Dimexide, and the third one was Arcoxia for pain relief.

Dosage.

I was told to take one 90mg tablet once a day for 7 days when I had pain.

Overall impressions.

The Arcoxia tablets have an interesting apple-shaped form and a white color. I've never seen anything like them before - they look quite interesting.

Medications for the musculoskeletal system Merck Sharp & Dohme Arcoxia

They're small, so swallowing them is pretty comfortable. I washed them down with a small amount of room-temperature water.

I found taking it once a day to be pretty comfortable. I started taking it in the mornings after breakfast. There was an option to take it at night, but I had to take another medication at night, so I didn't.

I also just prefer taking pills in the morning.

Side effects.

Unfortunately, the side effects didn't take long to show up after I started taking this medication.

I experienced headaches, stomach pain, bloating, drowsiness, irritable bowel syndrome, and bloating.

After I stopped taking the medication, these symptoms went away.

Result.

Despite the side effects, the pain did decrease. Life got a lot easier. The inflammation reduced.

I stopped taking the tablets as soon as the pain turned into just uncomfortable sensations. I didn't want to take any extra pills, especially with the side effects. I took 3 tablets of Arcoxia and continued using the cream and another relaxation aid for my muscles.

Following my doctor's advice, I limited my physical activities with my hands, but I had to go back on the medication after two weeks. When the swelling wasn't as bad, I thought I was done with it, but then I spent two days canning jam and pickling cucumbers. My hand started hurting, the swelling came back, and I even got a bruise. Here's a photo of my hand on the third day of treatment – the swelling is already less noticeable.

Medications for musculoskeletal system Merck Sharp & Dohme Arcoxia

I had to restart taking Arcoxia, and I've been on it for four days now. I'm still recovering, but thankfully, the pain is gone, and the swelling is minimal. The bruise is still there, though. I've realized I need to be more careful and not overexert myself.

Cost and where I bought it.

I purchased this medication at the Farmani pharmacy. It cost me 861 rubles and 79 kopecks.

Merck Sharp & Dohme's Arcoxia is a lifesaver when it comes to eliminating pain syndromes. My only complaints are the side effects and the steep price tag. I'd give it 4 out of 5 stars. I only recommend it if your doctor prescribes it.

Thanks for reading, and I wish you good health!

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Before I started taking Arcoxia, I had a pain syndrome in the forearm area, between the wrist and elbow, on the back side. The pain got worse when I was active and moving. I also had swelling on my hand, where it hurt. My wrist swelled up. My temperature went up to 37 degrees, and I felt weak, drowsy, and lethargic.

This all happened after I'd been doing a lot of physical work on my right hand. I was digging up garden beds from scratch for the first time in my life. It was tough, but I thought I was managing. The next day, I watered the whole garden and bushes with a 5-liter watering can. Unfortunately, it was too much strain on my hand.

The doctor diagnosed me with myositis of the right forearm muscles. I was prescribed several medications: one for muscle relaxation, a second one was a cream with Diclofenac and Dimexide, and the third one was Arcoxia for pain relief.

My experience with Arcoxia.

I was told to take one 90mg tablet once a day for 7 days when I had pain. The tablets have an interesting apple-shaped form and a white color. I've never seen anything like them before - they look quite interesting.

Medications for the musculoskeletal system Merck Sharp & Dohme Arcoxia

They're small, so swallowing them is pretty comfortable. I washed them down with a small amount of room-temperature water.

I found taking it once a day to be pretty comfortable. I started taking it in the mornings after breakfast. There was an option to take it at night, but I had to take another medication at night, so I didn't.

I also just prefer taking pills in the morning.

Side effects.

Unfortunately, the side effects didn't take long to show up after I started taking this medication.

I experienced headaches, stomach pain, bloating, drowsiness, irritable bowel syndrome, and bloating.

After I stopped taking the medication, these symptoms went away.

Result.

Despite the side effects, the pain did decrease. Life got a lot easier. The inflammation reduced.

I stopped taking the tablets as soon as the pain turned into just uncomfortable sensations. I didn't want to take any extra pills, especially with the side effects. I took 3 tablets of Arcoxia and continued using the cream and another relaxation aid for my muscles.

Following my doctor's advice, I limited my physical activities with my hands, but I had to go back on the medication after two weeks. When the swelling wasn't as bad, I thought I was done with it, but then I spent two days canning jam and pickling cucumbers. My hand started hurting, the swelling came back, and I even got a bruise. Here's a photo of my hand on the third day of treatment – the swelling is already less noticeable.

Medications for musculoskeletal system Merck Sharp & Dohme Arcoxia

I had to restart taking Arcoxia, and I've been on it for four days now. I'm still recovering, but thankfully, the pain is gone, and the swelling is minimal. The bruise is still there, though. I've realized I need to be more careful and not overexert myself.

Cost and where I bought it.

I purchased this medication at the Farmani pharmacy. It cost me 861 rubles and 79 kopecks.

Merck Sharp & Dohme's Arcoxia is a lifesaver when it comes to eliminating pain syndromes. My only complaints are the side effects and the steep price tag. I'd give it 4 out of 5 stars. I only recommend it if your doctor prescribes it.