food interaction for Albical Tablet

alcohol interaction for Albical Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Albical Tablet

lactation interaction for Albical Tablet

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Albical 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Albical 20mg Tablet.
UNSAFE
Albical 20mg 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Albical 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Albical 20mg Tablet

Valdecoxib(20mg)

Albical tablet uses

{med_name} is used for pain relief. It relieves pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis.

How albical tablet works

Albical 20mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) called COX-2 inhibitors. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Common side effects of albical tablet

Diarrhea, Indigestion, Abdominal pain, Headache, Nausea, Upper respiratory tract infection

SUBSTITUTES FOR Albical Tablet

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  • Valus 20mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 3.72/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 38.36
    pay 4% more per Tablet
  • Valz Bcd 20mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 2.83/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 29.20
    save 21% more per Tablet
  • Artival 20mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Geno Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 2.90/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 29.88
    save 19% more per Tablet
  • Valcox 20mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd
    Rs. 3.64/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 37.50
    pay 1% more per Tablet
  • Valed 20mg Tablet
    (10 tablets in strip)
    Alkem Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 3.88/Tablet
    Tablet
    Rs. 40
    pay 8% more per Tablet

Expert advice FOR Albical Tablet

  • Valdecoxib 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 Valdecoxib if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions FOR Albical 20mg Tablet

Valdecoxib

Q. What is Albical 20mg Tablet tablet and what are they used for?
Albical 20mg Tablet tablets are pain killer tablets used in treating the pain and inflammation caused by arthritis and for painful menstruation
Q. Why is Albical 20mg Tablet banned?
Albical 20mg Tablet was banned due to safety concerns of an increased risk of cardiovascular events and serious and potentially life-threatening skin reactions.

Content on this page was last updated on 16 September, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)