Abxicam Tablet 20mg

About Abxicam Tablet 20mg

Uses

• Relieves pain and stiffness from osteoarthritis
• Eases joint pain and swelling in rheumatoid arthritis
• Used for ankylosing spondylitis related back and joint pain
• Helps manage acute gout attacks
• Relieves pain from muscle strains and soft tissue injuries

Benefits

• Long half-life allows once daily dosing
• Reduces both pain and inflammation together
• Helps improve joint mobility in chronic arthritis
• Dispersible tablet form makes it easier to swallow

What Experts Say

Piroxicam blocks the cyclooxygenase enzyme, cutting down prostaglandin production, the chemicals that cause pain, swelling, and stiffness in joints. Its long duration of action keeps pain under control across the whole day with a single dose.

Doctors in Pakistan prescribe this for chronic joint conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, particularly when a once-daily NSAID is preferred over medicines that need dosing two or three times a day. It is usually taken with food or a stomach-protecting medicine.

Because of its long action, piroxicam carries a higher stomach bleeding risk than many newer NSAIDs, so it is generally reserved for short courses at the lowest effective dose. People with a history of ulcers, kidney disease, or heart problems need close medical supervision.

Drug Class

• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), oxicam class

Abxicam Tablet 20mg formula

• Piroxicam

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Abxicam Tablet 20mg?

• Take once daily, preferably with food or milk
• Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water
• Do not take other NSAID painkillers at the same time
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed
• Follow up with your doctor if pain continues beyond a few weeks

Drug Interactions

• Warfarin and other blood thinners: Increases the risk of serious bleeding
• Other NSAIDs or aspirin: Raises the risk of stomach ulcers when combined
• ACE inhibitors or ARBs: Reduces their effect and adds strain on the kidneys
• Lithium and methotrexate: Piroxicam can raise blood levels of both to unsafe amounts

Risks and warnings

• Stomach bleeding: Carries a higher ulcer and bleeding risk than many other NSAIDs
• Heart risk: May increase the risk of heart attack or stroke with long-term use
• Kidney function: Use with caution in people with kidney disease
• Skin reactions: Rare but serious skin reactions can occur, especially early in treatment

Abxicam Tablet Side Effects

• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Nausea
• Dizziness or headache
• Swelling in the legs or ankles
• Skin rash or itching
• Raised blood pressure
• Stomach ulcers or bleeding with prolonged use
• Rare severe skin reactions needing urgent care

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a dry place away from moisture
• Keep tablets in their original blister pack until use
• Protect from direct sunlight and heat
• Keep out of reach of children