Introduction

Xicotil 20 is a pain relieving medicine. It is used for the treatment of moderate to severe pain in conditions like osteoporosis and rheumatoid arthritis. Xicotil 20 should be taken with food. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it. The most common side effects of this medicine include mild vomiting, stomach pain, nausea, headache, and dizziness. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using the medicine.

Uses of Xicotil 20

• Pain relief
• Rheumatoid arthritis

Side effects of Xicotil 20

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Indigestion
• Diarrhea

How to use Xicotil 20

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Xicotil 20 is to be taken with food.

How Xicotil 20 works

Xicotil 20 is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation (pain and swelling).

What if you forget to take Xicotil 20?

If you miss a dose of Xicotil 20, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.