Torex-IR 550mg Tablet

Torex-IR 550mg Tablet, made by Platinum Pharmaceuticals Ltd, is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Its active ingredient is Naproxen 550mg, and it is used for arthritis, back pain, muscle and joint pain, period pain, gout attacks, migraine and tendon pain. Pack size: 20 tablets.

Uses of Torex-IR 550mg Tablet

Torex-IR 550mg Tablet is used for pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, as well as back pain, sprains, tendinitis, acute gout, period pain and some types of headache. Its effect lasts longer than many other painkillers, so it is usually taken twice a day.

How Torex-IR 550mg Tablet works

Naproxen blocks the enzymes that make prostaglandins, which reduces pain, swelling and fever.

Possible side effects

Common side effects of Torex-IR 550mg Tablet include:

• Indigestion, heartburn or stomach pain
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Headache or dizziness
• Mild skin rash

Stop taking it and see a doctor urgently if you pass black or bloody stools, vomit blood, have chest pain, or develop swelling of the face or difficulty breathing.

Precautions and warnings

• Take it with or after food to reduce stomach upset.
• Tell your doctor if you have, or have had, a stomach ulcer, stomach bleeding, asthma, heart disease, high blood pressure, or kidney or liver problems.
• Do not take it together with other NSAID painkillers such as ibuprofen, diclofenac or aspirin unless your doctor advises it.
• Avoid it in the last three months of pregnancy, and ask your doctor before using it at any other stage of pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed.

Storage

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it in the original pack until use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Torex-IR 550mg Tablet online in Pakistan

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Substitutes for Torex-IR 550mg Tablet

These brands have the same salt and strength as Torex-IR 550mg Tablet (Naproxen 550mg) and come in the same form. Prices are per pack and pack sizes can differ, so compare carefully. Please check with your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.

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Torex-IR 550mg Tablet: frequently asked questions

Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.