Lornoxicam
Uses
Lornoxicam is used in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis and gout.
How it Works
Lornoxicam is known as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the oxicam class.Lornoxicam works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation, redness and swelling.Lornoxicam has analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antipyretic properties.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Lornoxicam may suffer from such side effects;
Gastrointestinal disorders
Nausea
Diarrhea
Headache
Paracetamol
Uses
Paracetamol is used in the treatment of reducing fever, and relieving pain such as headache, pain during menstruation, arthralgia, myalgia, dental pain and post operative pain.
How it Works
Paracetamol inhibits and blocks the production of pain and inflammation-causing chemicals called prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are found throughout the body, but paracetamol mainly works on those in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever.
Common Side effects
Patients who take Paracetamol may suffer from such side effects;
Allergic reaction,
Liver damage,
Diarrhoea