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Flavocoxid

Flavocoxid is used for:

Dietary management of osteoarthritis and associated swelling. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Flavocoxid is a medical food. It works by reducing swelling and providing pain relief.

Do NOT use Flavocoxid if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Flavocoxid
• you have a history of ulcers

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Flavocoxid :

Some medical conditions may interact with Flavocoxid . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have a history of stomach or intestinal problems

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Flavocoxid . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (eg, ibuprofen, celecoxib) because risk of ulcers or stomach bleeding or perforation may be increased

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Flavocoxid may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Flavocoxid :

Use Flavocoxid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Flavocoxid on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or after eating.
• If you miss a dose of Flavocoxid , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Flavocoxid .

Important safety information:

• Flavocoxid is not recommended for use in CHILDREN younger than 18 years of age. Safety and effectiveness in this age group have not been confirmed.
• PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant while taking Flavocoxid , discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Flavocoxid during pregnancy. It is unknown if Flavocoxid is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Flavocoxid .

Possible side effects of Flavocoxid :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with this product. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue).

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact your doctor or health care provider. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088) or at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (http://www.aapcc.org/findyour.htm), or emergency room immediately.

Store Flavocoxid at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C), in a tightly sealed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Flavocoxid out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

• If you have any questions about Flavocoxid , please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
• Flavocoxid is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
• If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Flavocoxid . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.