Oxaprozin
Overview
Oxaprozin is NSAID (non steroidal antinflammatory drug). Oxaprozin is one of the newest of the propionic acid derivative. It relieves pain and reduces inflammation and fever. It has a very long half life and it can be given once a day. Because of this long half life dose adjustment should be made at intervals no shorter than five days to two weeks.
Categories
- 2 Analgesics, antipyretics, NSAIDs, antigout, and antirheumatics
- 2.1 Non-opioid analgesics
Primary Characterstics
Indications
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Pharmacokinetics
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Contraindications
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Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Oxaprozin was found.
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Side Effects
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Dosage
Oxaprozin's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose
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Single Dose
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Frequency
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Route
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Instructions
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Adult Dosage
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| 600 mg | 600 (600) | 24 hourly | PO | |
Paedriatic Dosage (20kg)
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| | | | Not recommended for this age group |
Neonatal Dosage (3kg)
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| | | | Not recommended in this age group |
High Risk Groups
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Warning / Precautions
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Storage Conditions
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Interference in Pathology
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Brands / Trade Names of
Oxaprozin
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