Oxicam 20mg Tablet MD

Short Description

Oxicam 20mg Tablet MD is a pain-relieving medicine used to treat moderate to severe pain in conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Dosage Form

Tablet MD

Introduction

Oxicam 20mg Tablet MD is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat moderate to severe pain in conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It helps relieve pain and swelling in the joints and muscles. It should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Oxicam 20mg Tablet MD is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Mild vomiting Stomach pain Nausea Headache Dizziness

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Oxicam 20mg Tablet MD.

Breastfeeding Warning

Oxicam 20mg Tablet MD is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Oxicam 20mg Tablet MD is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Interacting Medicines

Nimesulide Oxyphenbutazone Metamizole

Oxicam 20mg Tablet MD is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation (pain and swelling).

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding Take it with food to avoid stomach upset Oxicam 20mg Tablet MD helps relieve pain and swelling of various joints and muscles Take it as advised by your doctor 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