Lexicam 8mg/325mg Tablet

Short Description

Lexicam 8mg/325mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine used to treat pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Lexicam 8mg/325mg Tablet is best taken in an empty stomach. The dose will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should take it as advised by your doctor. Do not take more or use it for a longer duration than recommended by the doctor. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, and diarrhea. If any of these side effects bother you or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.

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. Lexicam 8mg/325mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

Nausea Vomiting Indigestion Stomach pain Diarrhea

Alcohol Warning

Avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine as alcohol can cause excessive drowsiness.

Breastfeeding Warning

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment.

Pregnancy Warning

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment.

Lexicam 8mg/325mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Lornoxicam and Paracetamol which relieve pain. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).

Drink plenty of water while taking this medicine Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea) Inform your doctor if you have or ever had a ulcers in your stomach or intestines Inform your doctor if you are planning to have an operation (even a minor one) since Lexicam 8mg/325mg Tablet might increase the risk of bleeding Inform your doctor if you have a history of ulcer or bleeding in your stomach, high blood pressure, or have any trouble with your heart, kidneys, or liver