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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 10, 2024 | 7:18 PM IST
Raycox-Plus Tablet is used to relieve pain and inflammation in the conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, tooth pain, headache, nerve pain, muscular pain, back pain, fever, cold, and flu. It contains Etoricoxib and Paracetamol, which help in reducing mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. It may cause common side effects, such as flatulence, constipation, nausea, diarrhoea, and swelling of hands and feet. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Zaurac Healthcare

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About Raycox-Plus Tablet

Raycox-Plus Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) used to relieve pain and inflammation in the conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, tooth pain, headache, nerve pain, muscular pain, back pain, fever, cold, and flu. Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body.

Raycox-Plus Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Etoricoxib and Paracetamol. Raycox-Plus Tablet works by blocking the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes another chemical, prostaglandin, which causes pain and inflammation. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, fewer prostaglandins are produced. This helps in reducing mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.

You are advised to take Raycox-Plus Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as flatulence, constipation, nausea, diarrhoea, and swelling of hands and feet. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Raycox-Plus Tablet may cause sleepiness and dizziness, so drive with caution. Raycox-Plus Tablet should not be given to children as safety and efficacy have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol as it could lead to increased dizziness; it might also increase stomach bleeding risk. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Raycox-Plus Tablet

Treatment of Pain relief, Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Gouty arthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis.

Medicinal Benefits

Raycox-Plus Tablet is a combination of two Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs), namely: Etoricoxib and Paracetamol. Raycox-Plus Tablet is used to relieve pain in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, tooth pain, headache, nerve pain, muscular pain, back pain, fever, cold, and flu. Raycox-Plus Tablet works by blocking the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes another chemical prostaglandin. These prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, fewer prostaglandins are produced. This helps in reducing mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.

Directions for Use

Take Raycox-Plus Tablet with or after food. Swallow Raycox-Plus Tablet as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew or break it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Raycox-Plus Tablet

  • Flatulence
  • Constipation
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Swelling of hands and feet (oedema)
  • Skin rash

Drug Warnings

Do not take Raycox-Plus Tablet if you are allergic to Raycox-Plus Tablet or other NSAIDs. Inform your doctor if you have stomach ulcers, or have suffered bleeding problems, clotting problems, inflammatory bowel disease, heart failure, high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, severe heart, liver or kidney problems. If you have had any recent heart surgery, do not take Raycox-Plus Tablet unless prescribed by the doctor, as Raycox-Plus Tablet may increase the risk of heart attack or stroke. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Raycox-Plus Tablet may cause sleepiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Raycox-Plus Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Raycox-Plus Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Stop taking Raycox-Plus Tablet and consult your doctor immediately if you have stomach pain or any signs of bleeding in the intestine or stomach, such as blood in stools. Do not take any other NSAIDs for pain relief along with Raycox-Plus Tablet unless prescribed. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Raycox-Plus Tablet may interact with pain killers (aspirin), bronchodilators (salbutamol), anti-depressants (lithium), cardiac glycoside (digoxin), anti-hypertensives (enalapril, ramipril, losartan, valsartan, minoxidil), antibiotics (rifampicin), antacid (ranitidine), blood thinners (warfarin), immunosuppressants (cyclosporine, tacrolimus), anti-emetic (metoclopramide, domperidone), bile-acid sequestrant (cholestyramine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Raycox-Plus Tablet as it might cause increased dizziness and risk of stomach bleeding.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have stomach ulcers, blood disorders, stomach disorders, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart, kidney or liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • WARFARIN
  • SALBUTAMOL
  • LITHIUM
  • ENALAPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • LOSARTAN
  • VALSARTAN
  • MINOXIDIL
  • DIGOXIN
  • RIFAMPICIN
  • RANITIDINE
  • CYCLOSPORINE
  • TACROLIMUS
  • METOCLOPRAMIDE
  • DOMPERIDONE
  • CHOLESTYRAMINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Physical activity helps in strengthening muscles and relieves joint stiffness. Gentle activities like 20-30minutes of walking or swimming would be helpful.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving joint flexibility and pain management.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • Get adequate sleep, as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.
  • Follow heat or cold therapy; apply a cold or hot compress on the joints for 15-20minutes regularly.
  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
  • Acupuncture, massage and physical therapy may also be helpful.
  • Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
  • Foods containing flavonoids help in reducing inflammation. These include soy, berries, broccoli, grapes and green tea.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Special Advise

  • Raycox-Plus Tablet might cause changes in blood tests. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Raycox-Plus Tablet .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Pain: Pain is a symptom triggered by the nervous system, causing uncomfortable sensations in the body. Pain may be dull or sharp; it might be constant or may come and go. The tolerance level of pain might vary from person to person. Pain can be generalized (overall body aches) or localized (affecting a specific area of the body). The common causes of pain include headache, muscle strain, cramps, cuts, bone fractures, and arthritis.

Osteoarthritis: It is a degenerative joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering of cartilage. Due to the absence of this protective covering, the joints rub against each other, leading to pain and stiffness. Symptoms of osteoarthritis include pain, stiffness, inflammation and tenderness.

Rheumatoid arthritis: It is an auto-immune disease (the body's immune system attacks its tissue), leading to joint pain and damage. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include pain, swelling, stiffness, deformities and loss of joint function. 

Gouty arthritis: It is caused due to deposits of excess uric acid crystals in the joints, which leads to pain and inflammation in the joints. Symptoms include pain, swelling, and redness in the joints, mostly the big toe.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Raycox-Plus Tablet as it may cause increased drowsiness. It can also increase the risk of stomach bleeding.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult your doctor before taking Raycox-Plus Tablet ; your doctor will decide whether Raycox-Plus Tablet can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Raycox-Plus Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

Raycox-Plus Tablet should not be given to children as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Sco No. 5, Bakshi Complex, Krishna Colony, Near Kamani Chowk, Yamunanagar, Haryana, 135001, India
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FAQs

Raycox-Plus Tablet is used to relieve pain and inflammation in conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, tooth pain, headache, nerve pain, muscular pain, back pain, fever, cold, and flu.
Raycox-Plus Tablet works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation.
Raycox-Plus Tablet is used to reduce and relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Arthritis is the tenderness and swelling of the joints.
Avoid taking Raycox-Plus Tablet if you have stomach ulcers, bleeding problems, or heart problems. Talk to your doctor regarding your concerns; he/she may prescribe alternate medicine.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Raycox-Plus Tablet . 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.
Raycox-Plus Tablet 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.
Raycox-Plus Tablet 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.
Yes, the use of Raycox-Plus Tablet causes dizziness. If you feel dizzy, take rest for some time and resume when you feel better. However, consult the doctor if the dizziness persists for longer time or worsens.
Yes, the use of Raycox-Plus Tablet is contraindicated in patients with known allergic reactions to NSAIDs. If you have heart disease, gastrointestinal ulcers, kidney or liver impairment, high blood pressure, and asthma. Please, consult a doctor before taking Raycox-Plus Tablet .
Yes, the long-term use of Raycox-Plus Tablet can cause damage to the kidneys. Normal kidneys produce prostaglandins, a chemical that protects them from damage. Long term use of painkillers lowers the prostaglandins levels in the body leading to kidney damage. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have any kidney problem before taking Raycox-Plus Tablet .
No, taking Raycox-Plus Tablet in higher doses than recommended is not effective. It leads to an increase of unwanted side effects. If your symptoms are worsening, please consult your doctor.
Raycox-Plus Tablet contains Paracetamol which is known to cause liver damage especially if taken in higher than recommended doses. Also, avoid alcohol consumption with Raycox-Plus Tablet as it increases the risk of liver damage. If you notice any of the early signs and symptoms such as dark urine, yellow skin or eyes, fever, loss of appetite, please consult the doctor immediately.
Store Raycox-Plus Tablet at room temperature in a cool and dry place. Keep it out of reach of children and pets. Disposal of Raycox-Plus Tablet is done by following the local guidelines.
Raycox-Plus Tablet should be continued for as long as advised by your doctor, when used for long-term pain relief. It can be discontinued if you are using it for short-term pain relief.
Raycox-Plus Tablet causes side effects such as constipation, nausea, skin rash, swelling of hands and feet, diarrhoea, headache, increased blood pressure, ingestion, and stomach pain. Please, consult the doctor if these side effects persists or worsens.

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