Orchicam 4mg Tablet is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for symptomatic treatment of acute mild to moderate pain and inflammation in patients of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Uses of Orchicam Tablet

Pain relief

Benefits of Orchicam Tablet

In Pain relief

Orchicam 4mg Tablet helps to relieve pain, inflammation, and swelling in conditions that affect joints and muscles. It works by blocking chemical messengers in the brain that tell us we have pain. It can help relieve pain in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Take it as it is prescribed to get the most benefit. Do not take more or for longer than needed as that can be dangerous. In general, you should take the lowest dose that works, for the shortest possible time. This will help you to go about your daily activities more easily and have a better, more active, quality of life.

Side effects of Orchicam Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Orchicam

Dizziness
Headache
Stomach pain
Upset stomach
Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Indigestion

How to use Orchicam Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Orchicam 4mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Orchicam 4mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Orchicam 4mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Orchicam 4mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Orchicam 4mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Orchicam 4mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Orchicam 4mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Orchicam 4mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Orchicam 4mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach.
It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time.
Orchicam 4mg Tablet can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Amino acids and Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

NSAID's- Non-Selective COX 1&2 Inhibitors (enolic acids)

Patient concerns

One of my teeth is sensitive. It some times pains

Dr. Abhijit Gambhir

Dental Surgery

sensitivity has many causative factors for relief of pain you can take pain killers it will give temporary relief

fever and 2 months pregnant can take combiflan

Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

No take Crocin for pain relief

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References

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Marketer details

Name: Orchid Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Address: Orchid Towers', #313, Valluvar Kottam High Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai - 600 034, Tamil Nadu, India

Country of origin: India

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