The drug "Ksefokam" and analogues of the drug are intended to eliminate the pain syndrome of various origins. In addition, the drug is prescribed for the symptomatic treatment of rheumatic diseases.
Features of the drug "Xefocam". Structure. Active substance
The drug "Ksefokam" refers to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs that stop the pathological processes in the body, as well as significantly reduce pain.
Available in tablet form and in the form of injections for intramuscular or intravenous administration. The main active ingredient of the tablets is considered to be lornoxicam. In addition, auxiliary components are included in the composition, namely:
- magnesium stearate;
- cellulose;
- polyvidone;
- lactose;
- talc;
- hypromellose.
The drug is available in the form of a lyophilisate for the preparation of injections. One bottle contains 8 mg of active substance.
Instructions for use
If there are contraindications to the use of this tool, then analogues are prescribed. Xefocam tablets, according to the instructions, should be consumed strictly on an empty stomach, drinking plenty of fluids. If the pain syndrome is moderate or intense, it is recommended to take 8-16 mg per day. This amount needs to be divided into several receptions. If the patient has intense pain, the doctor prescribes the drug at a dosage of 12 mg per day, and this amount is divided into 2-3 doses. After stopping acute pain, you can reduce the dosage to 8 mg. The duration of the course is determined by the attending doctor, taking into account the patient's condition and the intensity of the course of the underlying disease.
According to the instructions for use, Xefocam injections and analogues of this agent are administered intravenously or intramuscularly. The composition is prepared right before the introduction. Lyophilisate should be dissolved with water for injection at the rate of 8 mg of the drug per 2 ml of water. The finished solution can not be stored for longer than a day. If the drug is intended for intramuscular use, then you need a long needle, which provides deep penetration into the muscles of the active substance. It is necessary to introduce the drug "Xefocam" slowly.
Indications and contraindications
According to the instructions for use, Xefocam and analogues of this drug belong to the group of non-steroidal drugs and have a wide range of purposes. Among the main indications for use are:
- muscle pain;
- pain in the spine;
- radiculitis;
- neuralgia;
- headache and toothache;
- oncological diseases;
- injuries.
The list of indications is quite wide. However, it is worth remembering that, according to the instructions for use, Ksefokam and analogues of this remedy have certain contraindications, namely:
- sensitivity to the main component;
- allergic reactions;
- poor blood coagulability;
- postoperative period;
- ulcer;
- liver and kidney diseases;
- asthma;
- pregnancy, breastfeeding,
- age to 18 years.
With extreme caution, it is required to take the drug in the presence of anemia and high blood pressure. In addition, it is worth considering that the drug has certain side effects, so only the attending doctor should prescribe it.
Analogs of the drug "Xefocam": a list
If we talk about the same active substance, then the analogue is Ksefokam Rapid. However, it is worth noting that there are many other drugs with a similar composition that have the same pharmacological effect. Among the main analogues of "Xefocam" can be identified:
- Amelotex.
- "Mataren plus."
- "Arthrosan."
- "Medics."
- "Melox."
- Movalis.
- "Meloxicam."
- "Revmador."
Before changing Ksefokam to an analogue on your own, you must consult with your doctor. The drug described in this material has analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. Xefocama analogues are used as analgesics for the relief of pain of various origins.
Reviews and cost
Before acquiring Ksefokam, the price, analogues and reviews should be studied first. The average cost of packing tablets is 520 rubles. According to patient reviews, this drug helps to quickly get rid of pain with hernias of the spine, effectively with neuralgia, inflammatory processes that occur in the body.
Many patients note that this drug practically does not provoke side effects if it is taken according to the dosages indicated in the instructions and recommended by the attending physician.
The drug "Amelotex": brief information
Among the analogues of "Xefocam" you need to highlight "Amelotex." This remedy refers to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Its intake leads to a decrease in the intensity of the inflammatory process and helps to lower the temperature. In addition, there is a pronounced analgesic effect.
The drug "Amelotex" is prescribed for diseases of bone tissue and joints, accompanied by inflammatory processes and painful sensations. This
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug has the effect of:
- antipyretic;
- painkiller;
- anti-inflammatory.
At the same time, penetration through all protective barriers of the body is noted. This medicine is used in tablet form and as a solution for injection. The drug in the form of a solution for injection is prescribed at 7.5 mg per day, and in tablet form - at 7.5-15.0 mg per day. It is worth noting that this remedy has certain contraindications and side effects, which is why initially you need to consult your doctor.
The simultaneous use of Amelotex along with other medicines can lead to ulcerative damage of the digestive organs, bleeding and increased side effects. This is a very good analogue of Xefocam injections, which effectively copes with inflammatory processes. Its cost is approximately 100 rubles.
According to patient reviews, the drug helps in getting rid of pain with radiculitis. A particularly rapid effect is noted when the drug is used as an injection. The patient reviews say that after the first injection, literally an hour later, the pain began to subside, and after a while they completely disappeared.
However, at the same time, patients note that this remedy has many side effects, which is why it is necessary to take the drug in a strict dosage and after eating. The course of treatment should be short. In addition, there are negative reviews about Amelotex. So, some patients say that the analgesic effect is not pronounced enough, but there are many side effects.
Features of the drug "Meloxicam"
The drug “Meloxicam” is considered to be a good analogue of “Xefocam”, which at one time was a real breakthrough in the treatment of rheumatological diseases, varicose veins, osteochondrosis, and elimination of joint pain. This is a very effective tool that helps to quickly get rid of soreness and calm down inflammatory processes. In addition, it is worth noting that this one is equivalent to "Xefocam" cheaper than other similar drugs.
The main active ingredient is meloxicam, as well as other auxiliary components. This drug is widely used for pain relief, and it also helps to reduce high fever and affects inflammatory processes. When taken orally, the drug is completely absorbed, after 6 hours and its blood counts reach their maximum. This is a modern high-quality analogue of Xefocam. Instructions for use indicate that the drug is prescribed for painful manifestations, inflammation, as well as many other diseases of the joints. It:
- arthritis;
- osteoarthrosis;
- radiculitis.
However, it is worth noting that this drug has certain contraindications that must be taken into account. It is not permitted to take this drug with aspirin or any other anti-inflammatory drugs, as this increases the risk of developing an ulcer. This remedy is forbidden to people with an allergy to meloxicam, in the presence of bleeding, diseases of the liver, kidneys, heart. This remedy is not prescribed for children under the age of 15 years, pregnant and lactating.
This drug acts only on the area of inflammation itself, inhibiting the activity of infected cells. You need to take the medicine once a day, drinking plenty of water. For various diseases, an individual dosage is prescribed. When carrying out the treatment of arthritis for several days, it is required to take 15 mg of the drug, and then lower the daily norm to 7.5 mg. To conduct osteoarthritis therapy, everything needs to be done the other way around.
Despite the fact that it is a very good analogue of Xefocam and has positive reviews from patients and doctors, the course of treatment with this drug requires preliminary preparation, especially if a person suffers from diseases of the digestive system.
According to doctors' reviews, “Meloxicam” is undesirable to take along with other drugs, only then it will have the most effective effect on the body. However, it is often impossible to get by with one drug.
The drug "Arthrosan"
Among the analogues of “Xefocam” it is necessary to highlight the drug “Artrozan”, which refers to non-steroidal medicines, the action of which is aimed at treating joint diseases, eliminating inflammation, pain in acute and chronic pathologies of muscles and joints, removing heat. This tool exhibits medicinal properties almost instantly and in terms of exposure is much milder than its counterparts.
Arthrosan is available in the form of injections and tablets. The drug in ampoules for injection is a clear liquid of a greenish tint for administration intramuscularly. The composition of the injections includes meloxicam and a number of auxiliary components. The preparation in tablet form contains 7.5 or 15.0 mg of active substance.
According to reviews, Ksefokam injections and analogues of this agent have an almost instant effect and help to quickly eliminate pain during joint inflammation. Tablets are used at all stages of therapy, however, the dosage depends on the nature of the pathological process and the severity of damage to the joints and muscles.
Due to the fact that the drug “Arthrosan” is active only in the area of inflammation, it gently affects the digestive organs, does not provoke the occurrence of peptic ulcer, in contrast to drugs with a similar effect. According to the instructions for use, Arthrosan injections are prescribed for the treatment of diseases such as:
- osteoporosis;
- osteochondrosis;
- arthrosis;
- spondylitis.
Indications for use of the drug may be rheumatoid arthritis or myositis. The use of the drug in tablet form is required already at the stages of a slight deterioration in well-being. When acute diseases of the joints occur, as well as seasonal seizures, a medication in the form of injections is indicated for the rapid relief of pain and inflammation.
“Arthrosan” injections have a number of limitations, therefore, before using them, it is necessary to study the instructions and strictly observe the dosage, as well as the treatment regimen. In the acute course of the disease and in case of exacerbation of the chronic course, injections are prescribed for 3 days. For various pathological conditions, it is recommended to use a single or double dosage per day. The solution of the drug "Arthrosan" is administered intravenously and does not mix with other drugs.
The drug "Movalis"
The non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug Movalis is a good analogue of the Xefocam tablets. The reviews of patients and doctors suggest that this medicine helps to quickly and effectively cope with the painful sensations provoked by the inflammatory process. According to the instructions for use, it is recommended to use the drug for pain in the joints. This medicine is available in the form of:
- pills
- rectal suppositories;
- solution for injection;
- suspensions.
The drug "Movalis" in its composition contains the active active substance meloxicam and other auxiliary components. A drug is prescribed in the presence of painful sensations, as well as a high temperature. It is completely absorbed after intramuscular administration.
The medicine in tablet form is prescribed for the symptomatic treatment of osteoporosis in the acute stage, as well as the long-term treatment of infectious spondylitis or polyarthritis.
“Movalis” injections help in eliminating an acute attack of infectious polyarthritis or spondylitis. Injections are prescribed in the case when an oral or rectal method of using the drug is not possible.
According to contraindications, this drug is prohibited for use with:
- ulcerative colitis in acute form;
- polyposis of the nose;
- digestive diseases;
- allergies.
In addition, it is forbidden to use Movalis for people with heart failure, patients under 18 years of age, women during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as well as patients with hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. According to doctors and patients, there is a certain risk of allergies to aspirin and non-steroidal compounds.
The drug in tablet form is administered orally. It is required to drink plenty of water. To minimize side effects, you need to take the lowest possible dosage with a shorter course. During therapy, it is important to periodically evaluate the patient's condition. Per day, you need to take 1 tablet, which contains 7.5 or 15.0 mg of the active substance.
According to the instructions, injections "Movalis" should be done in the muscle. The medicine is administered once in a dosage of 15 mg. Therapy is limited mainly to 1 injection. In especially severe cases, 2-3 doses of the drug may be prescribed.
Gel "Revmador"
The drug "Revmador" is prescribed for local therapy and the elimination of puffiness and pain during inflammatory processes. This medicine is used for:
- arthritis;
- gouty arthropathy;
- polymyositis;
- spondylitis;
- osteoarthrosis;
- lupus erythematosus.
It is in demand in the treatment of post-traumatic or postoperative changes in the musculoskeletal system, in particular dislocations, sprains and bruises. According to the instructions for use, apply about 1 g of gel to the joint area 3-4 times a day or 2-4 g, depending on the degree of damage. The interval between the use of the drug should not be more than 4 hours.
According to existing contraindications, the drug is prohibited for use by patients with hypersensitivity to the active components of the drug, in the presence of an allergy to anti-inflammatory non-steroid drugs. In addition, the use of this composition in the treatment of children under 6 years is not allowed.