Medicam Tablet DT
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | MMC Healthcare Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Piroxicam (20mg) + Beta-Cyclodextrin (50mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | PAIN ANALGESICS |
| User Rating | 4.9 |
| User Reviews | 565 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Medicam?
If you miss a dose of Medicam, 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 regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Medicam Tablet DT Reviews
Medicam is a combination medicine which helps in relieving pain. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain, swelling and inflammation.
Medicam is to be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset 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 speak to your doctor. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know 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. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine, as alcohol can cause excessive drowsiness.
Medicam is to be taken with food. This will prevent you from getting an upset 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 speak to your doctor. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects.
Before taking it, you should let your doctor know 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. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting treatment. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine, as alcohol can cause excessive drowsiness.
How Medicam Tablet DT Works
Medicam is a combination of two medicines: Piroxicam and Beta-Cyclodextrin which relieve pain. Piroxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) which works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling). Beta-Cyclodextrin enhances the effect of Piroxicam.
How to Use Medicam Tablet DT
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Medicam is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Medicam Tablet DT
- In Pain relief: Medicam is used to relieve some symptoms caused by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis such as swelling, stiffness and joint pain. It is also used for the short-term treatment of moderate pain after dental surgery, headaches and menstrual cramps. Taking Medicam will help in the speedy recovery and make you feel better. Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit.
Uses of Medicam Tablet DT
- Pain relief
Medicam Tablet DT Side Effects
Safety Tips
Kidney
CAUTION
Medicam should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Medicam may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Medicam should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Medicam may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Medicam.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Medicam 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Medicam may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Medicam during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Do not take it with any other pain medicine without asking your doctor first.
- Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
- Take it with milk or food to prevent stomach upset.
- Medicam is used to treat various painful conditions.
- Drink plenty of water while taking Medicam.
References
- ScienceDirect. Piroxicam.
- FDA approved prescribing information. Piroxicam; 2015.
- ScienceDirect. Beta-Cyclodextrin.
- PubChem. Beta-Cyclodextrin.