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Tenoxicam - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Tenoxicam Medication Information

Learn everything you need to know about Tenoxicam-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.

Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.

Explore Tenoxicam brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.

Generic Name : Tenoxicam
ICD Code : Y45.4 Therapeutic Classification : Antirheumatics

Brand Names or Trade Names of Tenoxicam

India :

International :


Admiral, Alganex, Algin-Vek, Amcinafal, Ampirovix, Apo-Tenoxicam, Arthirinal, Artricom, Artrilase, Artroxicam Medichrom, Aspagin, Biodruff, Dolmen, Doxican, Dranat, Gescolilu, Hobaticam, Indo-Bros, International Apex Tenoxicam, Istotosal, Liaderyl, Neo-Antiperstam, Neo-Endusix, Nokam, Notritis, Octiveran, Oksamen-L, Oxaflam, Oxytel, Palitenox, Pilopil, Ponsolit, Pycitil, Redac, Reutenox, Rexalgan, Rodix, Soral, Sutondin, Tefarel, Tenalgin, Tencam, Tenoksan, Tenoktil, Tenotec, Tenox, Tenoxicam Alternova, Tenoxam, Tenoxicam Bidiphar, Tenoxicam Etyc, Tenoxicam LPH, Tenoxicam Merck, Tenoxicam, Tenoxin, Tenoxitic, Tentepanil, Tilarco, Tilcotil, Tilflam, Tilko, Tiloxican, Tobitil, Toscacalm, Velasor, Vienoks, Voir, Zibelant, Zikaral.

Why is Tenoxicam Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAIA), prescribed for pain and inflammation in muscles and joints. It works by blocking a substance in the body called cyclo-oxygenase.

When should Tenoxicam not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with peptic ulcer, heart failure, asthma, during pregnancy (3rd trimester) and hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Tenoxicam?

Adult: PO- 20 mg/day as single dose for 7 days in acute disorders, up to 14 days in severe cases. Max: 40 mg/day (short term use).
IV/IM- 20 mg/day as single dose for 1-2 days.

How should Tenoxicam be taken?

It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with food.

What are the warnings and precautions for Tenoxicam?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver, kidney or heart problems, runny nose, heart burn, indigestion, inflammatory bowel disease, blood clotting problems, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Tenoxicam?

Gastrointestinal upset including stomach pain and inflammation, nausea, hypersensitivity reactions, headache, dizziness and sleep disturbances.

What are the other precautions for Tenoxicam?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Tenoxicam?

Store it at room temperature (below 30°C).

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