Lornoxicam + Paracetamol
Introduction To Lornoxicam + Paracetamol
Lornoxicam + Paracetamol is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used to treat pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It is also used to relieve muscle pain, back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and throat.
Lornoxicam + Paracetamol is best taken in an empty 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 let your doctor know. 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.
Uses of Lornoxicam + Paracetamol
- Pain relief
Benefits of Lornoxicam + Paracetamol
Pain relief
Lornoxicam + Paracetamol relieves pain, reduce swelling and ease inflammation in conditions
like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondolytis. It also
gives relief from muscle and back pain, toothache, or pain in the ear and
throat. It works by reducing substances in the body that causes pain and
swelling. Take it as prescribed to get the most benefit. This will help you to
go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active,
quality of life.
Side effects of Lornoxicam + Paracetamol
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Loristar P
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Indigestion
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhea
How to use Lornoxicam + Paracetamol
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lornoxicam + Paracetamol is to be taken empty stomach.
How Lornoxicam + Paracetamol works
Lornoxicam + Paracetamol is a combination of two medicines: Lornoxicam and Paracetamol which relieve pain. It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Quick tips
- Lornoxicam + Paracetamol is used to treat various painful conditions.
- Drink plenty of water while taking this medicine
- Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
- Inform your doctor if you have or ever had a ulcers in your stomach or intestines.
- Inform your doctor if you are planning to have an operation (even a minor one, such as tooth extraction) since Lornoxicam + Paracetamol might increase the risk of bleeding.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Lornoxicam + Paracetamol if I’m pregnant?
Information regarding the use of Lornoxicam + Paracetamol during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Lornoxicam + Paracetamol if I’m breastfeeding?
Information regarding the use of Lornoxicam + Paracetamol during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
AlcoholUNSAFE
Is drinking alcohol while taking Lornoxicam + Paracetamol safe?
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lornoxicam + Paracetamol.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I drive after taking Lornoxicam + Paracetamol?
It is not known whether Lornoxicam + Paracetamol alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Can I take Lornoxicam + Paracetamol if I have/had kidney diseases?
Lornoxicam + Paracetamol is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Lornoxicam + Paracetamol is recommended.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Lornoxicam + Paracetamol if I have/had liver diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Lornoxicam + Paracetamol in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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