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Minicam is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Pain. The alternative uses of Minicam have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Minicam depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Minicam include Loss of appetite. Some other side effects of Minicam have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Minicam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Minicam's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Minicam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Minicam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Minicam in conditions like Heart Disease, Asthma. Other contraindications of Minicam have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Minicam have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Minicam, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Minicam 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 |
Is the use of Minicam safe for pregnant women?
Minicam should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Minicam safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Minicam. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Minicam on the Kidneys?
Minicam may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Minicam on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Minicam. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Minicam only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Minicam on the Heart?
Minicam can cause side effects that could harm the heart. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
Minicam 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 Minicam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Minicam habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Minicam.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Minicam will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Minicam should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Minicam in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Minicam
There is no information on the effects of taking Minicam with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Minicam
Chances of side effects of drinking alcohol while taking Minicam 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