Xefo 8 Iv/Im 8 mg Water for Injection

Indication

Short term treatment of mild to moderate pain when oral administration is inappropriate.

Dosage (summary)

8 mg IV/IM, max 16 mg/day; may require additional 8 mg within 24 hours.

Onset of Action / Duration

Onset: 20-25 mins, Duration: 6-8 hours

Special Populations

• Elderly
• Renal impairment
• Hepatic impairment
• Children and adolescents

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Contraindicated in third trimester; caution in first and second trimesters; not recommended in breastfeeding.

Key Drug Interactions

• Anticoagulants (e.g., Warfarin)
• Diuretics
• Lithium
• Methotrexate
• Corticosteroids

Contraindications

• Allergy to lornoxicam
• Severe renal impairment
• Severe hepatic impairment
• Active peptic ulcer
• Pregnancy
• Lactation
• Children under 18

Common side effects

• Nausea
• Dyspepsia
• Abdominal pain
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea

Counselling Points

• Use lowest effective dose for shortest duration.
• Monitor for gastrointestinal symptoms.
• Avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Caution in elderly and those with renal/hepatic impairment.