About Precam capsule 20mg
Piroxicam 20mg capsule used to relieve joint pain, inflammation, and arthritis symptoms.
Precam capsule 20mg Uses
- Relief of pain and inflammation in osteoarthritis
- Management of joint pain and stiffness in rheumatoid arthritis
- Relief of pain and swelling in ankylosing spondylitis
- Short term relief of pain from muscle and joint injuries
Precam capsule 20mg Benefits
- Long acting formula allows once daily dosing for most people
- Reduces joint pain, stiffness, and swelling
- Helps improve daily movement in chronic arthritis
- Widely used and affordable option for long term joint pain
What Experts Say
Piroxicam belongs to a group of medicines called nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs. It works by blocking enzymes in the body that produce chemicals responsible for pain, swelling, and inflammation.
One advantage of piroxicam is its long duration of action, which means most people only need to take it once a day. Doctors usually prescribe the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed, since long term NSAID use carries stomach and heart related risks.
Because piroxicam can irritate the stomach lining, it is usually taken with food. People with a history of stomach ulcers or heart disease are often prescribed alternative pain relievers instead.
Drug Class
- Nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug (NSAID)
- Oxicam class pain reliever
- Long acting anti inflammatory agent
Precam capsule 20mg Uses in Urdu
- اوسٹیوآرتھرائٹس میں درد اور سوزش کم کرنے کے لیے
- رمیٹائیڈ آرتھرائٹس میں جوڑوں کے درد اور اکڑاؤ کے لیے
- اینکائیلوزنگ اسپونڈلائٹس میں درد اور سوجن کم کرنے کے لیے
- پٹھوں اور جوڑوں کی چوٹ کے بعد قلیل مدتی درد میں
Precam capsule 20mg formula
How to use Precam capsule 20mg?
- Take one capsule daily with food or milk to reduce stomach upset
- Follow the exact dose and duration your doctor prescribes
- Swallow the capsule whole with a full glass of water
- Do not take for longer than advised by your doctor
- Avoid lying down immediately after taking the capsule
Drug Interactions
- Blood Thinners: Combining raises the risk of bleeding.
- Other NSAIDs Or Aspirin: Increases the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding.
- Blood Pressure Medicines: Can reduce the effectiveness of certain blood pressure medicines.
- Lithium: May raise lithium levels in the blood to unsafe levels.
Risks and warnings
- Stomach Ulcers: Can cause stomach irritation, ulcers, or bleeding, especially with long term use.
- Heart Risk: May raise the risk of heart attack or stroke with prolonged use.
- Kidney Function: Can affect kidney function, especially in older adults or those with existing kidney disease.
- Pregnancy: Should be avoided, especially in the last trimester of pregnancy.
- Elderly Patients: Higher risk of side effects, so lower doses are usually recommended.
Precam capsule 20mg Side Effects
- Stomach pain or indigestion
- Nausea
- Heartburn
- Dizziness
- Fluid retention or swelling in the legs
- Skin rash
- Headache
- Rare but serious stomach bleeding or ulcer
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius in a dry place
- Keep the capsules in their original packaging
- Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
- Keep out of reach of children
