Ptcam 20 DT Tablet

Short Description

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

Dosage Form

Tablet DT

Introduction

Ptcam 20 DT Tablet 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. The most common side effects of this medicine include mild vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, headache, and dizziness. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Ptcam 20 DT Tablet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

Mild vomiting Stomach pain Nausea Headache Dizziness

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Ptcam 20 DT Tablet.

Breastfeeding Warning

Ptcam 20 DT Tablet 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

Ptcam 20 DT Tablet 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

Ptcam 20 DT Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It 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. 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. It may cause stomach upset. Take it with food to avoid this.