Oxicam20mg
Tablet
ACI Limited
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Oxicam. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Oxicam may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Oxicam during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Oxicam may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As Oxicam may make you tired, drowsy, dizzy, have problems with your eyesight an... View More |
| Kidney | CAUTION Oxicam should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Oxicam may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Oxicam i... View More |
| Liver | CAUTION Oxicam should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Oxicam may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Introduction
Oxicam is a pain relieving medicine. It is used for the treatment of moderate to severe pain in conditions like osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis. ... View More
Uses of Oxicam
- Pain relief
- Rheumatoid arthritis
Side effects of Oxicam
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
How to use Oxicam
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Oxicam is to be taken with... View More
How Oxicam works
Oxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for infla... View More
What if you forget to take Oxicam?
If you miss a dose of Oxicam, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your re... View More
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
- It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach.
- It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time.
- Oxicam can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Indication
Pain and inflammation associated w/ musculoskeletal and joint disorders
Administration
Should be taken with food. Take w/ or immediately after meals.
Adult Dose
Oral Acute musculoskeletal disorders; Osteoarthritis; Rheumatoid arthritis Adult: 20 mg as a single dose, taken at the same time each day. Max: 40 mg/... View More
Contraindication
Active or history of recurrent GI bleed or peptic ulcer, hypersensitivity to NSAIDs, severe heart failure, haemorrhagic diathesis, asthma, pregnancy (3r... View More
Mode of Action
Tenoxicam is a potent inhibitor of prostaglandin synthesis by blocking the enzyme cyclo-oxygenase. Additional actions contributing to its anti-inflammat... View More
Precaution
Patient w/ history of or active bronchial asthma, uncontrolled HTN, CHF, established ischaemic heart disease, peripheral arterial disease, cerebrovascul... View More
Side Effect
Dyspepsia, nausea, abdominal pain and discomfort, constipation, diarrhoea, flatulence, indigestion, epigastric distress, stomatitits, anorexia; peripher... View More
Interaction
Increased risk of adverse effects (particularly GI) w/ salicylates and other NSAIDs. May enhance the anticoagulant effect of warfarin and other anticoag... View More
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