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Loxcam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Pain. Loxcam also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Loxcam. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Loxcam can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Loxcam are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Loxcam is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Loxcam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Loxcam is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Loxcam have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Loxcam have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Loxcam, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Loxcam 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
Age Group | Dosage |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Loxcam is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Loxcam safe for pregnant women?
Loxcam has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Loxcam without medical advice.
Is the use of Loxcam safe during breastfeeding?
Loxcam may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Loxcam on the Kidneys?
Loxcam rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Loxcam on the Liver?
Side effects of Loxcam rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Loxcam on the Heart?
Using Loxcam does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Loxcam 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 Loxcam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Loxcam habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Loxcam has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Loxcam does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Loxcam only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Loxcam is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Loxcam
Taking Loxcam with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Loxcam
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Loxcam and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience