Koxma 16mg Tablet
Ethylmorphine (16mg)
by West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd
strip of 10 tablets
About this medicine
Koxma 16mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It effectively alleviates moderate to severe pain. This medicine is also used in the treatment of dry cough. Koxma 16mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms, for the shortest possible time. You should take this medicine regularly while you need it. Try not to miss doses as this will make the medicine less effective. Some of the common side effects of this medicine include drowsiness, lightheadedness, dizziness, sedation, shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, and sweating. If any of these side effects do not go away or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. To make sure it is safe for you, before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any medical conditions or disorders. You should also tell your doctor all the other medicines you are using or taking. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medicine.
Uses
- Treatment of Moderate to severe pain
- Treatment of Dry cough
Benefits
In treatment of Moderate to severe pain
Koxma 16mg Tablet helps to relieve moderate to severe pain like toothache, headache, or in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.
How it works
Koxma 16mg Tablet is an opioid analgesic (pain reliever) which works by blocking transmission of pain signals to the brain to lower pain perception. It also has an antitussive effect on the brain. This means that it suppresses coughs by decreasing nerve messages from the brain that cause coughing.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Koxma 16mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Lightheadedness
- Dizziness
- Sedation
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Sweating
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Koxma 16mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Koxma 16mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Koxma 16mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether Koxma 16mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Koxma 16mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- There is limited information available on the use of Koxma 16mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Koxma 16mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Morphinane Derivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Respiratory
- Action Class
- Opioids
Product details
- Manufacturer
- West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd
- Salt composition
- Ethylmorphine (16mg)
- Pack
- strip of 10 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.