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Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet 10's, Pack of 10 TABLETS
Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET is used to relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It contains Lornoxicam which works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as dizziness, diarrhoea, nausea, headache, vomiting, stomach upset and abdominal pain. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

LORNOXICAM-4MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Abbott India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET

LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called anti-rheumatic and anti-inflammatory agents used to reduce and relieve pain and inflammation (swelling) in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease in which the two ends of the joints come together due to the breakdown of a protective covering called cartilage. Rheumatoid arthritis is an auto-immune disease (the body's immune system attacks its tissue), leading to joint pain and damage.

LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET contains 'Lornoxicam' which works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Thereby, LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET helps relieve pain and inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

You are advised to take LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience common side-effects such as dizziness, diarrhoea, nausea, headache, vomiting, stomach upset and abdominal pain. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side-effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET should not be taken during the last three months of pregnancy. LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety has not been established. It is not known if alcohol affects LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects/interactions.

Uses of LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET

Treatment of Pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Directions for Use

Take LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET before food. Swallow LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called anti-rheumatic and anti-inflammatory agents. LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET is used to reduce and relieve pain and inflammation (swelling) in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET works by blocking the effect of a chemical messenger known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzyme that makes other chemical prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are produced at injury sites and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, lesser prostaglandins are produced. This helps in reducing mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site. Thereby, LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET helps to relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

How LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET Works

LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET contains Lornoxicam which works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation. Thereby, LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET helps relieve pain and inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
Overcome Medication-Induced Nausea: A 9-Step Plan
  • Inform your doctor about the nausea and discuss possible alternatives to the medication or adjustments to the dosage.
  • Divide your daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to reduce nausea.
  • Opt for bland, easily digestible foods like crackers, toast, plain rice, bananas, and applesauce.
  • Avoid certain foods that can trigger nausea, such as fatty, greasy, spicy, and smelly foods.
  • Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, clear broth, or electrolyte-rich beverages like coconut water or sports drinks.
  • Use ginger (tea, ale, or candies) to help relieve nausea.
  • Get adequate rest and also avoid strenuous activities that can worsen nausea.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication if your nausea is severe.
  • Record when your nausea occurs, what triggers it, and what provides relief to help you identify patterns and manage your symptoms more effectively.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of "indigestion" caused by medication usage:
  • Take medications with food (if recommended): It can help prevent stomach distress and indigestion.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Divide daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion.
  • Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger indigestion, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods.
  • Stay upright after eating: Sit or stand upright for at least 1-2 hours after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the oesophagus.
  • Avoid carbonated drinks: Avoid drinking carbonated beverages, such as soda or beer, which can worsen indigestion.
  • Manage stress: To alleviate indigestion, engage in stress-reducing activities like deep breathing exercises or meditation.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If indigestion worsens or persists, consult a healthcare professional to adjust the medication regimen or explore alternative treatments.
Here are the precise steps to cope with diarrhoea caused by medication usage:
  • Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
  • Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
  • Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
  • Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
  • Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
  • Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
  • Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
To prevent, manage, and treat Constipation caused by medication usage, follow these steps:
  • Preventing Vomiting (Before it Happens)
  • Take medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. This can help minimize side effects, including vomiting.
  • Having a small meal before taking your medication can help reduce nausea and vomiting.
  • Talk to your doctor about taking anti-nausea medication along with your prescribed medication.
  • Managing Vomiting (If it Happens)
  • Try taking ginger in the form of tea, ale, or candy to help alleviate nausea and vomiting.
  • What to Do if Vomiting Persists
  • Consult your doctor if vomiting continues or worsens, consult the doctor for guidance on adjusting your medication or additional treatment.

What if I have taken an overdose of LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET

Take LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET only as prescribed by the doctor. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Drug Warnings

Do not take LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET if you are allergic to any of its components, if you have thrombocytopenia (low levels of platelets), gastrointestinal or other bleeding problems, peptic ulcers, severe heart, liver or kidney problems, if you have a history of gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation problems with NSAID's. Inform your doctor if you have impaired kidney or liver function, high blood pressure, heart failure, ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease, asthma, lupus erythematosus (auto-immune disease), diabetes, or blood coagulation disorder. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET should not be taken during the last three months of pregnancy. LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety has not been established. Stop taking LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET and consult your doctor immediately if you have stomach pain or any signs of bleeding in the intestine or stomach such as blood in stools.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LornoxicamCiclosporin
Moderate
LornoxicamDigoxin
Moderate

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LornoxicamCiclosporin
Moderate
How does the drug interact with Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet:
Coadministration of Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet with Ciclosporin can increase the risk or severity of kidney disease or high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet with Ciclosporin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any headaches, heart palpitations, dizziness, lightheadedness, blurred vision, nose bleed, shortness of breath, severe headache, decreased urination, swelling, and weakness, you should contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
LornoxicamDigoxin
Moderate
How does the drug interact with Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet:
Coadministration of Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet with Digoxin can reduce the excretion of Digoxin leading to accumulation in the body. This increases the risk or severity of kidney disease.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lorsaid SD 4 Tablet with Digoxin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you notice any decrease in urination, swelling, severe headache, chest pain or tightness, and weakness, you should contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Physical activity helps in strengthening muscles and relieves joint stiffness. Gentle activities like 20-30minutes of walking or swimming would be helpful.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving joint flexibility and pain management.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • Get adequate sleep as resting the muscles can help in reducing inflammation and swelling.
  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
  • Acupuncture, massage and physical therapy may also be helpful.
  • Eat food rich in antioxidants such as berries, spinach, kidney beans, dark chocolate, etc.
  • Foods containing flavonoids help in reducing inflammation. These include soy, berries, broccoli, grapes and green tea.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIRHEUMATICS

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Alcohol

Caution

It is not known if alcohol affects LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Pregnancy

Caution

LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET is not recommended for use during the first 6 months of pregnancy unless explicitly advised by the doctor. It is contraindicated during the last three months of pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or if you have any concerns regarding this.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET is not recommended during breastfeeding unless explicitly advised by the doctor. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Driving

Caution

LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET may cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Unsafe

LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness were not established.

Have a query?

FAQs

LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET is used to treat pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET works by blocking the effect of chemical messengers that cause pain and inflammation.

Do not take LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET for longer durations as it might increase the risk of heart problems and stomach bleeding. Do not exceed the dose and duration of treatment prescribed by the doctor.

Avoid taking LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET if you have stomach ulcers, bleeding problems, or heart problems. Talk to your doctor regarding your concerns, he/she may prescribe alternate medicine.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET. Drink plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in your stools (tarry stools) or experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET may impair fertility, therefore, it is not recommended for women trying to become pregnant. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of LORSAID SD 4MG TABLET. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

401, LSC, C-Block, Mohan Place Saraswati Vihar Delhi DL 110034 In
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Santoshini Reddy GDoctor badge

Written By

Santoshini Reddy G

M Pharmacy

Bayyarapu Mahesh KumarDoctor badge

Reviewed By

Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar

M Pharmacy

Last Updated

Jan 1, 2025 | 2:48 PM IST

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