Flexicam IM40mg/2ml
Injection
Renata Limited
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Flexicam IM. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Flexicam IM is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Flexicam IM is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is no... View More |
| Driving | UNSAFE Flexicam IM may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. |
| Kidney | CAUTION Flexicam IM should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flexicam IM may be needed. Please consult your doctor... View More |
| Liver | CAUTION Flexicam IM should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flexicam IM may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
Introduction
Flexicam IM is a pain relieving medicine. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain in condition such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It h... View More
Uses of Flexicam IM
- Pain relief
Side effects of Flexicam IM
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Nausea
- Indigestion
- Diarrhea
How to use Flexicam IM
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Flexicam IM is to be taken with... View More
How Flexicam IM works
Flexicam IM is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for ... View More
What if you forget to take Flexicam IM?
If you miss a dose of Flexicam IM, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to yo... View More
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Dolonex DT 20mg Tablet helps relieve pain and swelling of various joints and muscles.
- Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
- Your doctor will prescribe you the lowest effective dose of this medicine for the shortest possible time necessary to relieve your symptoms.
- It may cause dizziness and fatigue. Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Indication
Acute gout, Rheumatic disorders, Postoperative pain, Acute musculoskeletal conditions, Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
Administration
Should be taken with food.
Adult Dose
Adult: Rheumatic disorders Initial: 20 mg/day as a single dose. Maintenance: 10-30 mg in single or divided doses. Acute gout 40 mg/day for 5-7... View More
Child Dose
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis Child: >6 yr: <15 kg: 5 mg, 16-25 kg: 10 mg, 26-45 kg: 15 mg, >46 kg: 20 mg. Doses to be taken once daily. ... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity or asthma-type reactions to piroxicam, aspirin or other NSAIDs. History or active GI ulceration, bleeding and perforation; history of G... View More
Mode of Action
Piroxicam is a NSAID, belonging to the oxicam group. It inhibits prostaglandin synthesis, reduces fever by acting on the heat-regulating center of the h... View More
Precaution
Patient w/ known CV disease or risk factors for CV disease, fluid retention or heart failure, cerebrovascular disease, uncontrolled HTN, asthma. Elderly... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Indigestion (3.8-9.5% ),Upper respiratory infection (up to 8.3% ),Headache (2.4-8.3% ),Diarrhea (1.9-7.8% ),Nausea (2.4-7.2% ),Abdominal pain (1.... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C, D during third trimester of pregnancy (may cause premature closure of the ductus arteriosus)
Interaction
Increased risk of GI bleeding w/ anti-platelets and SSRIs. May exacerbate cardiac failure, reduce GFR and increase plasma glycoside levels. Increased ri... View More
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