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Dolocam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Pain are some of its major therapeutic uses. Dolocam also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Dolocam depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Dolocam include Loss of appetite. Some other side effects of Dolocam have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Dolocam normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Dolocam's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Dolocam related warnings talks about Dolocam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Dolocam is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Asthma are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Dolocam contraindications section.
Additionally, Dolocam may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Dolocam, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Dolocam is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Dolocam safe for pregnant women?
Dolocam can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Dolocam safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Dolocam. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Dolocam on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Dolocam. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Dolocam on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Dolocam. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Dolocam on the Heart?
Effects of Dolocam on heart can be severe. It is not safe to use without doctor's advice.
Dolocam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dolocam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dolocam habit forming or addictive?
Dolocam is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Dolocam since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Dolocam should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Dolocam for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Dolocam
There is no information on the effects of taking Dolocam with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dolocam
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Dolocam are low. If you feel any adverse effects, please seek medical advice as soon as possible.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Feldene® (piroxicam)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 201-202