Lornoxicam Benefits & Uses

Lornoxicam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Lornoxicam Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Osteoarthritis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 4 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lornoxicam Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lornoxicam is used -

Severe

Visual Disturbance
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Hypertension

Moderate

Fluid retention

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
पेट दर्द
Dizziness
Dyspepsia
Headache
Photosensitivity

Lornoxicam Related Warnings

Is the use of Lornoxicam safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Lornoxicam. If you are pregnant, do not take Lornoxicam without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Lornoxicam safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Lornoxicam may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Lornoxicam should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Lornoxicam on the Kidneys?

Lornoxicam rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lornoxicam on the Liver?

Lornoxicam may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lornoxicam on the Heart?

You can take Lornoxicam without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Lornoxicam with Other Drugs

Lornoxicam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Methotrexate

Moderate

Digoxin

Cyclosporin

Warfarin

Lornoxicam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lornoxicam unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Peptic Ulcer
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lornoxicam

Is this Lornoxicam habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Lornoxicam is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Lornoxicam since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Lornoxicam is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Lornoxicam for mental disorders.

No

Lornoxicam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lornoxicam

Taking Lornoxicam with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lornoxicam

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lornoxicam and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown