About lornoxica m
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Used for
- Short-term treatment of mild to moderate pain
- Pain and inflammation from osteoarthritis
- Pain and inflammation from rheumatoid arthritis
Usual adult dose
Usually 8–16 mg daily, divided into two or three doses. Maximum usual daily dose: 16 mg.
Common side effects
- Nausea, vomiting, or stomach pain
- Indigestion or diarrhea
- Headache or dizziness
- Fluid retention or raised blood pressure
Important warnings
- May cause serious stomach ulcers or bleeding
- May increase heart attack, stroke, and kidney damage risks
- Avoid with active ulcers or severe kidney, liver, or heart disease
- Avoid with aspirin-related or similar painkiller-related allergic reactions
Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy, especially from 20 weeks onward. Contraindicated in the third trimester.
Breastfeeding
Not recommended during breastfeeding because safety information is insufficient.
Interactions
- Other anti-inflammatory painkillers, including aspirin, increase bleeding risk
- Blood thinners, corticosteroids, and some antidepressants increase bleeding risk
- Diuretics and some blood pressure medicines increase kidney damage risk
- May increase lithium and methotrexate toxicity
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.