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Praxis 40mg Injection

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Product introduction

Praxis 40mg Injection is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for short-term treatment of postoperative pain. It is given in cases where oral administration of pain killers is unsuitable. It provides only temporary relief and does not cure the condition.

Praxis 40mg Injection is generally administered by a healthcare professional. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep receiving the medicine until the doctor says it is okay to stop using the medicine.

The most common side effect of this medicine is nausea. You may also experience other side effects like changes in blood pressure, back pain, fluid retention, numbness, vomiting, stomach ache, indigestion, constipation, and bloating among others. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know.

Before taking it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.

This medicine is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers must consult with their doctors before using the medicine.

Uses of Praxis Injection


How to use Praxis Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Praxis Injection works

Praxis 40mg Injection 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).

Safety advice

Alcohol
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Pregnancy
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Breast feeding
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Driving
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Kidney
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Liver
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

What if you forget to take Praxis Injection?

If you miss a dose of Praxis 40mg Injection, consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Praxis 40mg Injection 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 Praxis 40mg Injection if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Benzenesulfonamides Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
PAIN ANALGESICS
Action Class
NSAID's -Selective COX-2 Inhibitors

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FAQs

What is Praxis 40mg Injection used for?

Praxis 40mg Injection is used in adults for short term treatment of pain after surgery

How does Praxis 40mg Injection work?

Praxis 40mg Injection belongs to class of medications called cyclo-oxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the enzyme COX-2 that reduces the formation of chemicals called prostaglandins in the body, thereby reducing pain and inflammation.

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References

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  3. Parecoxib [Package leaflet: Information for the user]. Kent, UK: Pfizer Limited; 2020. [Accessed 17 Dec. 2020] (online) Available from:External Link

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Country of origin: India

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