Xycam 20 mg Capsules
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 03 January 2024
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic for various conditions.
Dosage (summary)
20 mg daily; 40 mg for acute conditions initially.
Special Populations
- Elderly
- Renal impairment
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended in late pregnancy; may affect fertility.
Key Drug Interactions
- Anticoagulants
- Other NSAIDs
- Methotrexate
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to piroxicam
- Hepatic dysfunction
- Children
Common side effects
- Gastrointestinal disturbances
- Dizziness
- Skin rash
Counselling Points
- Take with food to reduce GI irritation
- Monitor for skin reactions
- Avoid in pregnancy after 20 weeks
Serious warnings
- Risk of gastrointestinal bleeding
- Serious skin reactions
- Cardiovascular risks
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