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What is Flexicam
Flexicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Flexicam works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.Flexicam is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis in adults and children who are at least 2 years old.
Flexicam may also be used for purposes not listed in Flexicam guide.
Flexicam side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.Stop using Flexicam and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
- chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance;
- black, bloody, or tarry stools;
- coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;
- swelling or rapid weight gain;
- urinating less than usual or not at all;
- nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice ;
- skin rash, bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness; or
- severe skin reaction -- fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain, followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling.
Less serious side effects may include:
- upset stomach, diarrhea, bloating, gas;
- dizziness, nervousness, headache;
- runny or stuffy nose, sore throat; or
- mild skin rash.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)
Flexicam dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Osteoarthritis:
Initial dose: 7.5 mg orally once dailyMaintenance dose: 7.5 mg orally once daily
Maximum dose: 15 mg orally daily
Usual Adult Dose for Rheumatoid Arthritis:
Initial dose: 7.5 mg orally once dailyMaintenance dose: 7.5 mg orally once daily
Maximum dose: 15 mg orally daily
Usual Pediatric Dose for Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis:
Greater than or equal to 2 years: 0.125 mg/kg orally once dailyMaximum dose: 7.5 mg orally daily
There was no additional benefit demonstrated by increasing the dose above 0.125 mg/kg once daily in clinical trials.
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| Aflamid | |||
| Aldoron | |||
| Apo-Meloxicam | |||
| Artaz (15 mg) | |||
| 15 mg | 10 Tablet | $0.23 | |
| Artaz 7.5mg Tablet | $0.02 | Unichem Laboratories Ltd | |
| Artaz 15mg Tablet | $0.02 | Unichem Laboratories Ltd | |
| ARTAZ 7.5MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) | $0.15 | Unichem Laboratories Ltd | |
| Artaz 7.5mg TAB / 10 | $0.15 | ||
| ARTAZ 15MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) | $0.24 | Unichem Laboratories Ltd | |
| Artaz 15mg TAB / 10 | $0.24 | ||
| Bienex | |||
| Coxflam | |||
| Ecax | |||
| Ecwin (7.5 mg) | |||
| 15 mg x 10's | $0.24 | ||
| 7 .5 mg x 10's | $0.14 | ||
| Existen-Sanovel | |||
| Flexium | |||
| Ilacox | |||
| Lamocox | |||
| Leutrol | |||
| Lormed | |||
| Lormed NA Tablet | $0.01 | Tas Med India Pvt Ltd | |
| LORMED TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) | $0.06 | Tas Med India Pvt Ltd | |
| Marlex | |||
| Mecalox | |||
| Mecox | |||
| Mecox 15 mg x 20's | $10.36 | ||
| Mecox 7.5 mg x 20's | $6.36 | ||
| Melbek | |||
| Meloflam (15 mg) | |||
| 15 mg | 10 Tablet | $0.27 | |
| Meloflam 15 mg x 40's | $30.80 | ||
| Meloflam 7.5 mg x 40's | $0.51 | ||
| Melogra | |||
| Melogra 15 mg x 3 x 10's | $11.30 | ||
| Meloxaine | |||
| MeloxiMed Forte | |||
| Meloxicam A-Z Pharma | |||
| Meloxicam Alvia | |||
| Meloxicam Arrow | |||
| Meloxicam GP | |||
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| Meloxicam-Zentiva | |||
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| Melsikam | |||
| Melsikam Fort | |||
| Metosan | |||
| Metosan 25mg Tablet ER | $0.06 | Sanofi India Ltd | |
| METOSAN 25 MG TABLET XR 1 strip(s) (10 tablet xrs each) | $0.55 | Sanofi India Ltd | |
| Metosan 50mg Tablet PR | $0.08 | Sanofi India Ltd | |
| METOSAN 50 MG TABLET XR 1 strip(s) (10 tablet xrs each) | $0.95 | Sanofi India Ltd | |
| Mevilox | |||
| Mevilox 7.5 mg x 3 x 10's | $9.16 | ||
| Mevilox 15 mg x 3 x 10's | $15.87 | ||
| Mexican | |||
| Mibloc FT | |||
| Mobic 1.5 MG/ML Oral Suspension | |||
| Moilec | |||
| Moxam | |||
| MOXAM 500 MG CAPSULE 1 strip(s) (10 capsules each) | $1.56 | Alkem Laboratories Ltd | |
| Moxam 250mg Capsule | $0.14 | Alkem Laboratories Ltd | |
| Moxam 7.5 mg x 3 x 10's | $10.99 | ||
| Moxicam | |||
| Muvera (15 mg) | |||
| 15 mg | 10 Tablet | $0.39 | |
| 7 .5 mg x 10's | $0.40 | ||
| Muvera 7.5mg TAB / 10 | $0.40 | ||
| MUVERA tab 7.5 mg x 10's | $0.50 | Sun | |
| 15 mg x 10's | $0.67 | ||
| Muvera 15mg TAB / 10 | $0.73 | ||
| MUVERA tab 15 mg x 10's | $0.77 | Sun | |
| MUVERA 15MG TABLET 1 strip(s) (10 tablets each) | $0.99 | Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd | |
| Osteolax | |||
| Osteolax tab 15 mg 50's | $20.00 | Pharma Dynamic | |
| Osteolax 15 mg x 50's | $15.00 | ||
| Petcam | |||
| Rafree (15 mg) | |||
| RAFREE tab 7.5 mg x 10's | $0.15 | Dr. Reddy's | |
| Rafree 15mg TAB / 10 | $0.32 | ||
| Rafree 15 mg x 10 x 10's | $36.00 | ||
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| Romacox Fort | |||
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| Telaren NF | |||
| Teva-Meloxicam | |||
| meloxicam 5 MG Oral Capsule [Vivlodex] | |||
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Flexicam - Frequently asked Questions
Can Flexicam be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Flexicam?
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Flexicam is usually taken once per day. Follow your doctor's instructions.
You may take Flexicam with or without food.
Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose. Measure the liquid with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
If a child is taking this medication, tell your doctor if the child has any changes in weight. Flexicam doses are based on weight in children.
The maximum amount of Flexicam for adults is 15 milligrams (mg) per day. Know the amount of Flexicam in the specific product you are taking.
If you use Flexicam long-term, your blood will need to be tested often. Visit your doctor regularly.
This medication can cause you to have unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Flexicam.
Store at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light.
What other drugs will affect Flexicam?
Ask your doctor before using an antidepressant such as citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram (Lexapro), fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem, Symbyax), fluvoxamine (Luvox), paroxetine (Paxil), or sertraline (Zoloft). Taking any of these medicines with an NSAID may cause you to bruise or bleed easily.
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:
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cyclosporine (Gengraf, Neoral, Sandimmune);
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lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid);
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a diuretic (water pill) such as furosemide (Lasix);
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glyburide (DiaBeta, Micronase);
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methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall);
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a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven);
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sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate, Kionex);
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steroids (prednisone and others);
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an ACE inhibitor such as benazepril (Lotensin), enalapril (Vasotec), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril (Altace), and others; or
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aspirin or other NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as diclofenac (Voltaren), etodolac (Lodine), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), indomethacin (Indocin), ketoprofen (Orudis), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), and others.
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with Flexicam. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
Who should not take Flexicam?
Do not use Flexicam just before or after heart bypass surgery.
This medicine may cause life-threatening heart or circulation problems such as heart attack or stroke, especially if you use it long term.
This medicine may also cause serious effects on the stomach or intestines, including bleeding or perforation (forming of a hole). These conditions can be fatal and can occur without warning while you are taking Flexicam, especially in older adults.
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to Flexicam, or if you have a history of allergic reaction to aspirin or other NSAIDs.
Flexicam may cause a delay in ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). You should not take Flexicam if you are undergoing fertility treatment, or are otherwise trying to get pregnant.
To make sure you can safely take Flexicam, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
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a history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clot;
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heart disease, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure;
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a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding;
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liver or kidney disease,
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a seizure disorder such as epilepsy;
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asthma;
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polyps in your nose; or
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if you smoke.
FDA pregnancy category D. Taking Flexicam during the last 3 months of pregnancy may harm the unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using Flexicam.
Flexicam can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 2 years old without the advice of a doctor.
Can Flexicam be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Flexicam be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Flexicam, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Flexicam. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.Patient reports
Patient reported useful
No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported side effects
Does the Flexicam Have Any Side Effects?Based on the survey report from users of gmedication.com, about No side effects number of people suffered some side effect after consumption of Flexicam. All drugs have a portion of undesirable side effects. These effects could be irritations too insignificant for the patient to even notice. However, the side effects of drugs may be determined by several factors like severity of disease and conditions associated with individual patients. However, one of the biggest factors is the dosage consumed. The higher the quantity taken by an individual, the greater the healing effect and the corresponding side effect. All patients have their different intensity of side effects. Ensure you consult your health care provider immediately you notice an unusual side effect affect the consumption of Flexicam.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| No side effects | 1 | 100.0% | |
Patient reported price estimates
No survey data has been collected yetFour patients reported frequency of use
How often should I take Flexicam?According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Flexicam should take Once in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Once in a day | 3 | 75.0% | |
| 3 times in a day | 1 | 25.0% | |
Seven patients reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used?Flexicam May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
| Patients | % | ||
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| 11-50mg | 6 | 85.7% | |
| 1-5mg | 1 | 14.3% | |
One patient reported time for results
How long will I use Flexicam before I begin to notice the effect?According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about > 3 month and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Flexicam. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Flexicam kindly click here
| Patients | % | ||
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| > 3 month | 1 | 100.0% | |
Patient reported administration
No survey data has been collected yetThree patients reported age
| Patients | % | ||
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| 16-29 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| > 60 | 1 | 33.3% | |
| 30-45 | 1 | 33.3% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology