When a person experiences joint diseases, the use of NSAIDs is unavoidable, as the compulsive pain syndrome does not give a normal and full life.
These drugs include Dilaxa, which is designed to eliminate pain. It is very important before using the drug to get acquainted with the contraindications and features of its use, it will help to avoid possible complications and side effects, it is also important to observe the correct dosages.
Contents of the article
- Forms and composition
- Pharmacological profile
- Indications and contraindications for use
- Treatment course and recommended dosages
- Possible side effects of
- Important to know!
- Practical experience with
- professionals say Patient's opinion
- Purchase and storage
Forms and composition
The main active substance of the drug is celecoxib.
The basis of the drug is the main active ingredient, also croscarmellose sodium and magnesium stearate are administered, which are auxiliary substances.
Since the drug is available in capsules, it also contains titanium dioxide and gelatin, of which the capsule is made.
Pharmacological profile
The main task of Dilax is the analgesic and anti-inflammatory action, and it also has antipyretic properties.
This action has an effect on the body due to the main active ingredient - celecoxib. The active component of the drug has an overwhelming effect on the enzyme COX-2.
Formula Celecoxib
When the drug is taken on an empty stomach, it is absorbed faster, and the maximum concentration in the blood occurs after 2 hours after ingestion.
If the drug is taken with fatty foods, the suction time is increased by four hours, the maximum concentration occurs after 6 hours.
Removal of the drug from the body occurs through the intestines and kidneys, approximately 1% of the dose is excreted unchanged.
It is noted that in elderly people there is an increased maximum concentration of active substance in the blood, about 1.5 times more than the norm. This is not due to age, but to the fact that such patients usually have a lower body weight.
Important at the time of taking the drug and racial differences, for example, in people of the Negroid race, there is an increase in the concentration of the drug in the blood by 40%, so such people should start treatment with minimal dosages.
Indications and contraindications for use
The main purpose of the drug is to remove pain, so it is often prescribed for diseases associated with joints. Indications for taking Dilax: 
- for joint diseases : rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and others, - the drug is used for symptomatic treatment;
- with pain syndromes : muscular, bone, articular, postoperative;
- is used in the treatment of primary dysmenorrhea ;
- in the postoperative period, when it is necessary to relieve the pain .
The drug is contraindicated in the following cases:
- in cases where there is bronchial asthma and polyposis of the nose or paranasal sinuses in combination with intolerance to acetylsalicylic acid, which does not allow the use of this drug;
- in the presence of ulcerative diseases, with lesions of the mucous membrane of the duodenum and stomach, with bleeding;
- when there are inflammatory processes and bowel diseases;
- for heart failure, ischemic heart disease, seizure of hemorrhagic stroke;
- in severe renal and hepatic insufficiency;
- for women who are breastfeeding or during pregnancy;
- if lactose intolerance is observed, or its deficiency;
- in cases where sensitivity to the components of the drug is observed, both to the main component and to the auxiliary components.
Course of treatment and recommended dosages
The drug is taken orally, regardless of food intake, it should be taken with water, do not chew.
Depending on whether there are concomitant diseases, the dosage of the drug varies, in order to avoid possible complications, it is necessary to follow the rules of admission and recommendations of the attending physician.
Dilax dosages depending on the purpose of the therapy and the concomitant conditions:
- if the drug is used in the treatment of osteoarthritis , it is possible to take the medication in one or two approaches, but the maximum daily dose should not exceed 200 mg;
- with rheumatoid arthritis admissible dose of 100 to 200 mg per day, recommended taking twice;
- if the drug is used to treat ankylosing spondylitis , its administration is possible once or twice a day, but not more than 200 mg per day, sometimes cases when the dose is doubled( at the discretion of the attending physician);
- with pain syndromes initial recommended dose of 400 mg, an additional dose of 200 mg is allowed, but only on the first day of admission, followed by 200 mg.
For elderly people, the dosages and administration rules are the same, but if the body weight of a person does not exceed 50 kg, the drug intake starts with a minimum dose.
If a person has a mild degree of impaired hepatic function, the dosage is not adjusted.
In moderate cases, the minimum dose is acceptable.
In cases where there is mild and moderate severity of renal dysfunction, the dose of the drug is not adjusted.
Possible side effects of
After taking the drug, side effects are possible, if the following symptoms occur, you should stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor:
- Perhaps a negative manifestation on the part of the cardiovascular system , - increased blood pressure, palpitations. In rare cases, arrhythmia and tachycardia, infarction and stroke are possible.
- Also possible negative manifestations in the digestive system , which most often manifests itself in the form of diarrhea, vomiting, nausea, and the manifestation of pain. Less often negative manifestations can be expressed in peptic ulcer diseases of the duodenum and stomach.
- There may be manifestations associated with the nervous system .The most common include insomnia and dizziness. To the rarer relate emotional changes. There may be noise in the ears or visual impairment.
- The occurrence of of the urinary tract infection is possible, but it rarely occurs.
- To frequent negative manifestations associated with respiratory system include cough, also a possible infection of the upper respiratory tract, to less common - rhinitis and pharyngitis.
- There may be a reaction of on the skin of in the form of itching and irritation.
- If there is an allergic reaction to , it may have complications in the form of angioedema, this effect is rare.
In clinical studies, data on overdose was not found.
It's important to know!
Dilax should be taken with extreme caution in the treatment of other drugs. If the treatment involves combining drugs, compliance with the regimen and dosages prescribed by the doctor is required.
It is worth considering the antipyretic effect of the remedy. If against the background of joint diseases and the use of Dilax, an infectious disease will arise, it will be more difficult to diagnose it, since the temperature of the human body will be within the norm. It is important to pay attention to the attendant symptoms.
If a person has a history or disease that increases the predisposition to fluid retention in the body, it is worth remembering that the drug can complicate this situation and cause swelling.
Caution is advised to take the drug to people who drive vehicles, engage in activities that require increased concentration.
Practical experience of application of
The opinions of different doctors and patients about the Dilax preparation will help to supplement the general picture of this medication.
professionals say The drug is convenient to use and safe in recommended dosages, it removes pain syndrome well. Of the disadvantages noted side effect in the form of nausea, and the drug has a low anti-inflammatory effect.
Physician neurologist
The drug is effective, but with side effects the patient is rarely prescribed for use.
Therapist
Removes painful syndromes well and effectively in diseases of the musculoskeletal system. Duration of reception should not exceed 10 days. Care should be taken in the presence of diseases of the cardiovascular system.
Orthopedist
Patient opinion
I am a young mother, often having to lift a stroller with a baby, sometimes it leads to unbearable back pain. She tried the drug Dilaxa, very quickly acts and relieves pain completely.
Yana, 22 years old
I received a hip injury, I was treated for a long time, but as a consequence - the pain remained, there are days when they are unbearably tolerated. The attending physician advised this medication, I have been using it for six months, with breaks of course, but only so I'm saved.
Anatoly, 29 years old
I encountered such a situation, that as a result of the disease I had pains in the hip joint. Gradually, the pain intensified and spread to the spine, simple movements caused unbearable pain, until I tried Dilax's drug. Now there are painful attacks, but thanks to this medicine I quickly get rid of discomfort.
Victoria, 41 year
Buying and storing
This preparation is available in capsules, differing only in the content of the active substance, 100 and 200 mg each. Capsules are packed in a blister for 10 pieces.
Full package of the preparation, it can contain from 10 to 60 pieces, also 90 and 100 pieces are produced.
The price of Dilax can differ depending on the place of purchase, the approximate cost for the beginning of 2017 is:
- a package of 10 capsules( 100 mg of active ingredient) - 256 rubles;
- package of 10 capsules( 200 mg of active ingredient) - 358 rubles.
The drug is prescription-dispensed. The shelf life is 2 years, it should be stored in a package, out of the reach of children, the temperature should not be higher than 25 ° during storage.
Similar products are available for purchase, which have the same properties as Dilax: 
- Celebrex;
- celecoxib;
- Roquoxib-routec.
Since the drug has a number of contraindications and is capable of causing side effects, it can not be taken without the appointment of a doctor.
Possible complications and disabilities of all vital organs. When appointing any drug, it is necessary to inform the doctor about the existing diseases and possible pathologies. Do not increase dosages by yourself and change the intake rules.
