Palo Tablet

This drug belongs to a class of drugs called Oxicam. These drugs are non-steroidal and anti-inflammatory (NSAID). It is used for providing relief in cases of swelling, arthritis, osteoarthritis, spondylitis.

The dosage for this drug prescribed by your doctor depends on your age, gender, medical history, and current medical condition. If you are taking Lornoxicam orally for pain relief, you are required to take 8-16 mg per day.

In case you are being treated for Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis you are required to take 12 mg per day in two or three doses with equal intervals. Interactions with certain drugs such as Vitamin K antagonists, Lithium, Methotrexate and Digoxin may have adverse effects.

The medication is primarily used for the following conditions:

• Pain Relief

• Arthritis

• Allergy

• Oedema

• Heart Diseases

• Kidney Disease

Below are some of the common side effects of this medication:

• Fever

• Skin Rash

• Increased Blood Pressure

• Increased Heart Rate

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Gastrointestinal Bleeding

• Headache

• Dizziness

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication can be observed within 30 to 60 minutes of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Use of this medication should be avoided if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy in near future. Use of this medicine during the third trimester of pregnancy should be strictly avoided.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Use of this medication should be avoided by nursing mothers as the risk of adverse effects on the infant is high.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Palo Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Lexicam 8mg/325mg Tablet

  Leeford Healthcare Ltd

• Topcam-P Tablet

  Rapross Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Lorox P Tablet

  Sundyota Numandis Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Lorchek-P Tablet

  Indoco Remedies Ltd

• Lx Cam P Tablet

  Reliance Formulation Pvt Ltd

• Missed Dose instructions

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor if an overdose with this medication is suspected.

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This medication works by inhibiting Cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2) enzyme pathways. It results in decreased synthesis of prostaglandins which is a prominent neurotransmitter for sending pain signals to the brain.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

• Interaction with Alcohol

  Ethanol

  Minimize or avoid the use of alcohol while taking this medication.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Liver Function Test

  Report the use of this medication at least a week before undergoing a test to determine the liver function. Use of this medication can show elevated levels of certain enzymes which could lead to false-positive results.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Methotrexate

  Report the use of either of this medication to the doctor. The risk of adverse effect on heart and blood vessels are significantly high while using them together. Your doctor will determine the best course of treatment after assessing the condition.

  Tacrolimus

  Report the use of either of this medication to the doctor. You may require a dose adjustment and frequent monitoring to safely use these medicines together. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.

  Warfarin

  Report the use of either of this medication to the doctor. You may require a dose adjustment and frequent monitoring to safely use these medicines together. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.

  Digoxin

  Report the use of either of this medication to the doctor. The risk of adverse effect on heart and blood vessels are significantly high while using them together. Your doctor will determine the best course of treatment after assessing the condition.

  Theophylline

  Report the use of theophylline or any other medicine for asthma to the doctor. You may require a dose adjustment and frequent monitoring to safely use them together. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.

  Cimetidine

  Report the use of either of this medication to the doctor. You may require a dose adjustment and frequent monitoring to safely use these medicines together. Do not stop the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.

• Interaction with Disease

  Asthma

  This medication should be used with extreme caution in patients having any disease that obstructs the air waves leading to the lungs. Diseases like Asthma and COPD should be reported to the doctor before treatment with this medicine is initiated.

  Cerebrovascular Oedema

  This medication should be used with extreme caution in patients having fluid retention diseases of the heart and other associated organs. Your doctor may determine the best course of treatment after assessing your condition.

  Hemorrhagic Disorder

  This medication should not be used in patients having internal bleeding as the risk of fatal side effects are very high. Your doctor will prescribe a suitable alternative medicine that is safe to use.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.