Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR is a combination of two drugs: Etoricoxib (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) and Thiocolchicoside (Muscle relaxant). Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR is used for the treatment of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis, acute pain, chronic low back pain and muscle spasms. Etoricoxib blocks the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes another chemical, prostaglandins, which are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser prostaglandins are produced. This helps in reducing mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Thiocolchicoside works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby helping relieve pain due to muscle spasms.

FAQs

How does Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR work?

Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR contains Etoricoxib and Thiocolchicoside. Etoricoxib blocks the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Thiocolchicoside works on the centres of the spinal cord and brain. This helps relieve muscle stiffness and improves muscle movements, thereby helping relieve pain due to muscle spasms.

Is Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR used to treat arthritis?

Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR is used to reduce and relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Arthritis is tenderness and swelling in the joints.

I have stomach ulcers. Can I take Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR?

Avoid taking Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR if you have stomach ulcers, bleeding problems or heart problems. Talk to your doctor regarding your concerns, he/she may prescribe alternate medicine.

Does Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR cause diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR. Drink enough fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Does Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR cause oedema?

Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR might cause swelling of feet and hands due to fluid retention (oedema). While lying down, raise your legs above by putting a pillow below them. Follow a low-salt diet as it might help in reducing fluid build-up.

Is it safe to take contraceptive pills along with Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR?

Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR, if taken along with birth control pills, might increase the risk of side-effects. Please consult your doctor, he/she may suggest an alternate method of contraception.

Can Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR be used in patients suffering from an infection?

Coxguard 60mg/8mg Tablet MR should be used with extreme caution in patients suffering from the infection since it may mask the symptoms of an infection, such as a fever. Frequent clinical monitoring is recommended for such patients.