What is Tilcotil used for?

Tilcotil relieves pain and reduces inflammation (swelling, redness and soreness) that may occur in: different types of arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.

What are the side effects of Tilcotil?

Gastrointestinal bleeding, ulceration and perforation GI bleeding, ulceration and perforation, which can be fatal, has been reported with all NSAIDs, including Tilcotil therapy, These effects can occur at any time during treatment, with or without warning symptoms, or a previous history of serious GI events.

How do you take Tilcotil?

Take Tilcotil tablets during or immediately after a meal. If you take Tilcotil tablets on an empty stomach, they may cause stomach upset. Continue taking your medicine for as long as your doctor tells you. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the dose you missed and take your next dose when you are meant to.

How long does it take for Tenoxicam to work?

It may take 1-2 weeks of taking this drug regularly until you get the full benefit. Inform your doctor if your pain persists or worsens or if you develop new symptoms.

Does Tenoxicam increase blood pressure?

HEALTH CANADA ADVISORY Heart disease: Like other NSAID medications, tenoxicam may cause fluid retention and swelling. This increases the amount of work your heart must do, causing increased blood pressure and heart failure.

Are ibuprofen anti-inflammatory?

How does ibuprofen work? Ibuprofen is a type of medicine called a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing hormones that cause pain and swelling in the body.

What is half life of Tenoxicam?

Tenoxicam is rapidly and completely absorbed after oral administration. It is entirely metabolised via oxidation and conjugation pathways before elimination. The extraction ratio in the liver is small resulting in a long elimination half-life with a mean of 72 hours.