Xefokam

Xefocam: an anti-inflammatory drug from the oxicam group

Xefocam is an anti-inflammatory drug that belongs to the oxicam group. It is used to treat various types of arthritis, pain and other conditions associated with inflammation and painful symptoms.

Xefocam is produced by several companies, including Dr. Madaus GmbH in Germany, Nikomed Austria GmbH and Sotex PharmFirma/Nikomed Austria in Austria. This medicine is available in several dosage forms, including film-coated tablets 4 mg and 8 mg, lyophilized powder for injection 8 mg and lyophilisate for injection 8 mg.

The active ingredient in Xefocam is lornoxicam. It helps reduce inflammation and pain symptoms associated with arthritis and other conditions.

Xefocam is contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity, acute bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract, gastric and duodenal ulcers, including a history of prostaglandin-induced bronchial asthma, inflammatory bowel diseases, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, impaired liver and kidney function, congestive heart failure, severe arterial hypertension, pregnancy, lactation, childhood, adolescence (up to 18 years) and old age.

Xefocam may cause a number of side effects, including headache, dizziness, drowsiness, depression (or agitation), hypertension, sodium and water retention, peripheral edema, tremors, sweating, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, aseptic meningitis, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain , heartburn, flatulence, diarrhea, dry mouth, loss of appetite, gastritis, esophagitis, erosive and ulcerative lesions of the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines, bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract, nosebleeds, liver dysfunction, dysuria, decreased glomerular filtration rate, acute renal failure, interstitial nephritis, papillary necrosis, skin rashes, reactions at the injection site (hyperemia, pain).

Xefocam may also interact with other medications, so it is important to tell your doctor about all medications you take.

In case of an overdose of Xefocam, serious side effects may occur, including dizziness, convulsions, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, breathing problems, low blood pressure and others. In case of overdose, you should immediately seek medical help.

Overall, Xefocam is an effective anti-inflammatory drug for the treatment of various types of arthritis and pain symptoms. However, like any medicine, it has side effects and contraindications, so you must follow your doctor's instructions and not exceed the recommended dose.