Valdecoxib

Uses

Valdecoxib is used for pain relief. It alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis.

How it Works

How Valdecoxib works Valdecoxib is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) classified as a COX-2 inhibitor. It functions by blocking the release of specific chemical messengers that are responsible for pain and inflammation, including redness and swelling.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Valdecoxib include diarrhea, peripheral edema, flatulence, headache, nausea, abdominal pain, high blood pressure, cough, dyspepsia, upper respiratory tract infection, urinary tract infection, anemia (low number of red blood cells), insomnia (difficulty sleeping), and itching.

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