Roxilox: Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
Roxilox is used for the
relief of mild to moderately severe pain.
Main ingredients in Roxilox are Oxycodone plus
Acetaminophen. Roxilox combines a narcotic
analgesic (painkiller) with a non-narcotic analgesic (Acetaminophen),
which is also used for reducing fever.
ROXILOX SIDE EFFECTS
Side effects of Roxilox ranges from
lightheadedness, nausea, vomiting, constipation, and shortness of breath
to allergic reactions, anxiety, depression, mania, drowsiness, mood
changes, and restlessness. All side effects should be reported to the
physician right away.
Roxilox
Caution
Roxilox is habit forming. Use it exactly as
prescribed by your physician. If you were addicted to narcotics or
painkillers in the past, let your doctor know about it.
No one who
had an allergic reaction to oxycodone or acetaminophen (Tylenol) or have
adrenal, kidney, liver, or prostate disorder, should take this drug.
Roxilox can make you drowsy. Do not drive a vehicle or operate
machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.
If you ever
had a head injury, stomach problems, or lung disease, discuss with your
doctor before taking Roxilox.
If you are pregnant or nursing, let
your doctor know about it before taking Roxilox.
Roxilox
Interactions
Roxilox slows the nerve cell response;
Alcohol will definitely enhance this effect.
Check with your
physician before combining Roxilox with the anti-depressant, anti anxiety
drugs, cold medicines that has Antihistamines, tranquilizers, MAO
inhibitors, other narcotic analgesics as well as herbal anti-depressant,
St. John’s wort.
Roxilox
Doses
ADULTS
The usual dose is 1 or 2 tablets,
taken every 4 to 6 hours as needed, up to a maximum of 8 tablets per
day.
CHILDREN
Roxilox is not recommended for
children.
Roxilox Overdose
Symptoms of Roxiloxoverdose include bluish skin, blood
disorders, cold and clammy skin, extreme sleepiness that can leads
to coma, general bodily discomfort, heart problems, heavy
perspiration, kidney problems, limp muscles, liver failure, low blood
pressure, nausea, slow heartbeat, and vomiting. In case of a
Roxilox overdose, seek emergency medical attention right
away.
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