LOROL P Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Lornoxicam 8 mg+Paracetamol 325 mg
Manufacturer
Infra Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
LOROL P TABLET is a combination of Lornoxicam and Paracetamol which belongs to the group of medicines called Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and Analgesics, respectively. It is used to manage mild to moderate joint pain and provides relief from inflammation of joints caused by certain types of rheumatic diseases (autoimmune and inflammatory disease) in affected individuals. LOROL P TABLET is not recommended for use in patients allergic to Lornoxicam, Paracetamol, other NSAIDs including acetylsalicylic acid. It is also not recommended for use in patients suffering from thrombocytopenia (low blood platelet count that ca
Uses
increased risk of bleeding/unusual bruising), gastrointestinal bleeding, rupture and bleeding of blood vessel in brain/other bleeding disorders. The medicine is also not indicated for use in patients suffering from active peptic ulcer or with a history of recurrent peptic ulcer, and/or in patients with severe heart/liver/kidney problems. LOROL P TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women especially in first 6 months and last 3 months of pregnancy. It is also not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless it is clearly necessary. LOROL P TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) which is advised to be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 60 years and above) after consulting the doctor. The most common
How It Works
LOROL P TABLET provides relief from pain and inflammation from rheumatic diseases where Lornoxicam and Paracetamol works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation and pain thus managing and providing relief from acute pain and inflammation caused by certain rheumatic diseases in affected individuals.
Directions for Use
Take LOROL P TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking LOROL P TABLET are mild headache, dizziness, abdominal pain, upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens. USES OF LOROL P TABLET Manage mild to moderate joint pain Provides relief from inflammation of joints caused by certain types of rheumatic diseases (autoimmune and inflammatory disease) in affected individuals HOW LOROL P TABLET WORKSLOROL P TABLET provides relief from pain and inflammation from rheumatic diseases where Lornoxicam and Paracetamol works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation and pain thus managing and providing relief from acute pain and inflammation caused by certain rheumatic diseases in affected individuals. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake LOROL P TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF LOROL P TABLETCOMMON Mild headache and dizziness Abdominal pain, upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea UNCOMMON Weight loss Inability to sleep, depression Eye discharge, ringing in ears Cardiac failure, irregular heartbeat, rapid heart rate Feeling blushed Constipation, excessive wind, belching, dry mouth, gastritis (inflammation in stomach), peptic ulcer, upper abdominal pain, duodenal ulcer, mouth ulcer Feeling unwell Rash, itching, redness of skin, red itchy welts Increased sweating Signs of angioedema such a rapid swelling on the face Oedema (swelling due to water retention) Stuffy nose due to rhinitis Hair loss Pain in the joints RARE Sore throat Anaemia, weakness Signs of hypersensitivity reactions such as anaphylactoid reaction (anaphylaxis) associated with facial swelling, flushing, troubled breathing, and/or light-headedness Confusion, nervousness, agitation, sleepiness, paraesthesia (tingling sensations), tremors, migraine Abnormal sensation of taste Visual disturbances High blood pressure Hot flushing Abnormal bleeding/bruising, prolonged bleeding time Difficulty in breathing, cough, bronchospasm (constriction of lung muscles) Perforated ulcers, blood in vomit, gastrointestinal bleeding, black tarry stools Inflammation in the mouth, aphthous stomatitis (ulcers in mouth), oesophagitis (inflammation of the gullet), gastro-oesophageal reflux Difficulty in swallowing, inflammation of the tongue Bone pain, muscle cramp, muscle pain Urinary problems such as nocturnia (increased urination in the night) Stop taking LOROL P TABLET and contact your doctor if you experience any of the following side effects: Shortness of breath, chest pain, and/or ankle swelling Severe/continuous stomach pain/black stools Signs of liver problems such as yellowing of skin and eyes (jaundice) Signs of allergic reaction such as skin problems (ulcers/blistering), swelling of face, lips, tongue/throat, and/or difficulty in breathing Signs of Stevens-Johnson syndrome (serious disorder of skin) such as fever, blistering eruption, and/or inflammation especially on hands and feet Serious infections of skin such as chickenpox Signs of allergic reaction such as itchy, lumpy/nettle rash, swelling of hands, feet, ankles, face, lips, and/or throat which may cause difficulty in swallowing/breathing
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYContraindicatedLOROL P TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women especially in first 6 months and last 3 months of pregnancy. It is also not recommended for use in women planning for pregnancy. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. BREASTFEEDINGMonitoring requiredLOROL P TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless it is clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionLOROL P TABLET is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or operate machines. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking LOROL P TABLET since it may increase risk of side effects. KIDNEYContraindicatedLOROL P TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with kidney problems such as severe kidney impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. LIVERContraindicatedLOROL P TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with liver problems such as severe liver impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. ALLERGYContraindicatedDo not take LOROL P TABLET if you are allergic to Lornoxicam, Paracetamol, other NSAIDs including acetylsalicylic acid, and/or any other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSUse with CautionLOROL P TABLET should be used with caution in patients with history of asthma. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. HEART DISEASEContraindicatedLOROL P TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with heart problems such as severe heart failure. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. USE IN PEDIATRICSContraindicatedLOROL P TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Consult your doctor before administering the medicine. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionLOROL P TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 60 years and above). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. OTHERSLOROL P TABLET is not recommended for use if you: Suffer from thrombocytopenia (low blood platelet count that causes increased risk of bleeding/unusual bruising) Suffer from gastrointestinal bleeding, rupture and bleeding of a blood vessel in the brain, and/or other bleeding disorders Suffer from active peptic ulcer, and/or have a history of recurrent peptic ulcer Before taking LOROL P TABLET, inform your doctor if you: Have a history of high blood pressure/heart failure Suffer from ulcerative colitis/Crohn’s disease (inflammatory bowel disease) Have a history of bleeding tendency Have SLE (lupus erythematosus which is a rare immunological disease) Suffer from blood coagulation disorder Have a history of stroke Are at a risk of developing high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol Are a smoker
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before taking LOROL P TABLET, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicine: Other NSAIDs (medicines used to manage inflammation) such as COX-2 inhibitors (Ex celecoxib), acetylsalicylic acid/aspirin, ibuprofen Cimetidine (medicine used in the management of heartburn and peptic ulcers) Anticoagulants (medicines used to manage the formation of blood clots) Ex. heparin, phenprocoumon, warfarin Corticosteroids (medicines used to manage pain and inflammation) Ex. dexamethasone Methotrexate (medicine used to manage cancer and immunological diseases) Lithium (medicine used to manage depression or mood disorders) Immunosuppresive agents (medicines used to suppress the immune responses of the body) ciclosporine, tacrolimus Medicines used to manage heart problems Ex. digoxin, ACE-inhibitors (captopril), beta-adrenergic blockers (atenolol) Diuretics (medicines used to lower blood pressure) Ex. furosemide Quinolone antibiotics (medicines used to manage bacterial infections) Ex. ciprofloxacin Anti-platelet agents (medicines used to manage heart attacks and strokes) Ex. clopidogrel, ticagrelor Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (medicines used to manage depression) Ex. citalopram Sulphonylureas (medicines used to manage diabetes) Ex. glibenclamide Inducers and inhibitors of CYP2C9-isoenzymes Ex. rifampicin, fluconazole Angiotensin II receptor blocker (medicines used to manage high blood pressure, diabetes induced kidney damage, and congestive heart failure) Ex. telmisartan Pemetrexed (medicine used to manage certain forms of lung cancer) Flucloxacillin (medicine used to manage certain bacterial infections) Metoclopramide, domperidone (medicines used to manage nausea and vomiting) Colestyramine (medicines used to manage raised cholesterol levels in blood) B. Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid taking LOROL P TABLET along with food since it may reduce effectiveness of the medicine. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LOROL P TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are nausea, vomiting, dizziness, disturbed vision, and/or serious liver damage. SYNOPSIS Drug : Lornoxicam, Paracetamol Pharmacological Category : Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, Analgesics Therapeutic Indication : Joint pain, Inflammation (due to rheumatic disease) Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATIONSTORAGE Keep LOROL P TABLET out of reach in children Do not store LOROL P TABLET above 30°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about LOROL P Tablet 10's.
What LOROL P TABLET is used for?
LOROL P TABLET is used to manage mild to moderate joint pain which also provides relief from inflammation of joints caused by certain types of rheumatic diseases (autoimmune and inflammatory disease) in affected individuals.
What happens if you take more LOROL P TABLET than your required dose?
If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LOROL P TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are nausea, vomiting, dizziness, disturbed vision, and/or serious liver damage.
What are the side effects of LOROL P TABLET?
The most common side effects of taking LOROL P TABLET are mild headache, dizziness, abdominal pain, upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea. Consult your doctor if any of these symptoms worsens.
Is it safe to drink alcohol while taking LOROL P TABLET?
Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking LOROL P TABLET since it may increase the risk of side effects. Before taking this medicine, inform your doctor if you have chronic alcoholism.
How LOROL P TABLET works?
LOROL P TABLET provides relief from pain and inflammation from rheumatic diseases where Lornoxicam and Paracetamol works by blocking the production of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause inflammation and pain thus managing and providing relief from acute pain and inflammation caused by certain rheumatic diseases in affected individuals.
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