Movatec is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that reduces the production of substances that promote the inflammatory process and therefore helps relieve the symptoms of diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis, which are characterized by inflammation of the joints.
This medicine can be purchased at the pharmacy with prescription, in the form of pills, with the average price of 50 reais.
How to take
The dose of Movatec varies according to the problem to be treated:
- Rheumatoid arthritis : 15 mg per day;
- Osteoarthritis : 7.5 mg per day.
Depending on the response to treatment, the dose can be increased or reduced by the physician, so it is very important to have regular consultations to adapt the amount of medicine.
The tablets should be swallowed with water immediately after meals.
Possible side effects
Continued use of this medication may cause some side effects such as headache, abdominal pain, poor digestion, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, anemia, dizziness, dizziness, stomach pain, and constipation.
In addition, Movatec may still cause drowsiness and therefore some people may feel more sleepy after ingesting this medicine.
Who should not take
Movatec should not be used in people who are allergic to any of the ingredients of the formula or with gastric ulcer, inflammatory bowel disease, gastrointestinal bleeding, or liver and heart problems. It should also not be used by people who are hypersensitive to lactose.
