Pcam Gel 0.5%

Pcam Gel 0.5%, made by Merck Marker Ltd, is a long-acting non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Its active ingredient is Piroxicam 0.5%, and it is used for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, joint pain and stiffness. Pack size: pcam gel 0.5% 25gm.

Uses of Pcam Gel 0.5%

Pcam Gel 0.5% is used to relieve pain, swelling and stiffness in long-term joint conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Because it lasts a long time in the body, it is usually taken once a day. It is not normally a first choice for short-term pain.

How Pcam Gel 0.5% works

Piroxicam reduces the production of prostaglandins, the chemicals that cause inflammation, pain and swelling in the joints.

Possible side effects

Common side effects of Pcam Gel 0.5% include:

• Indigestion, heartburn or stomach pain
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Headache or dizziness
• Mild skin rash

Stop taking it and see a doctor urgently if you pass black or bloody stools, vomit blood, have chest pain, or develop swelling of the face or difficulty breathing. Severe skin reactions can also occur; stop the medicine if a blistering rash appears.

Precautions and warnings

• It is generally not recommended for people over 80 or for those with a history of stomach problems; your doctor may add a stomach-protecting medicine.
• Take it with or after food to reduce stomach upset.
• Tell your doctor if you have, or have had, a stomach ulcer, stomach bleeding, asthma, heart disease, high blood pressure, or kidney or liver problems.
• Do not take it together with other NSAID painkillers such as ibuprofen, diclofenac or aspirin unless your doctor advises it.
• Avoid it in the last three months of pregnancy, and ask your doctor before using it at any other stage of pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed.

Storage

Store below 30°C and keep the cap tightly closed. For external use only; avoid contact with the eyes unless the product is made for eye use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Pcam Gel 0.5% online in Pakistan

Order Pcam Gel 0.5% from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Piroxicam by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.