Uses of Antilus

Antilus drugs are indicated for the treatment of low back pain, pain caused by rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout,... Antilus drugs are used according to a doctor's prescription, so patients need Use according to the recommended dose and frequency to minimize the risk of side effects.

Antilus drug belongs to the group of antipyretic, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, used to treat osteoarthritis and gout. The drug is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets, with packaging specifications of 2 blisters / 3 blisters x 10 tablets or a box of 1 bottle of 30 tablets.
The drug includes 2 main forms, including Antilus 4 mg and Antilus 8 mg. The main active ingredient in Antilus is Lornoxicam, along with other excipients just enough.

2.1. Indications for use of Antilus drugs Antilus drugs are usually indicated for use in the following cases:
Treatment for low back pain, gout, ankylosing spondylitis. Treatment for pain and inflammation caused by rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis. Treatment for nerve irritation involving nerves in the hip. Treatment of pain after dental surgery or involving the sciatic nerve. 2.2. Lornoxicam Active ingredient in Antilus is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, which improves the patient's medical symptoms through the mechanism of inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins. Lornoxicam is commonly used for the prevention, control, improvement and treatment of the following conditions, symptoms and conditions:
Rheumatoid arthritis. Painful stimuli involving the sciatic nerve. Osteoarthritis . Pain after dental surgery. Each drug has a primary treatment for a specific condition or disease. Therefore, patients should only use Antilus 8 or 4 to treat the conditions specified in the guidelines. Antilus can also be used to treat some other conditions that are not listed in this leaflet, so you should only decide to take this medicine when prescribed by your doctor.
2.3. Antilus is contraindicated in the following cases:
People with a history of hypersensitivity or allergy to Lornoxicam or any other active ingredient in the drug. Antilus should not be used by people who are sensitive to other NSAIDs. Contraindicated in patients with a history of cerebral or gastrointestinal bleeding. Avoid giving Antilus to people with clotting disorders or other abnormal bleeding conditions. Antilus should not be used in patients with peptic ulcer disease or a history of recurrent peptic ulcer disease. Contraindicated in patients with severe renal or hepatic impairment. Do not use the drug for people with thrombocytopenia. Contraindicated in patients with severe heart failure or uncontrolled heart failure. Do not prescribe Antilus to pregnant women, nursing mothers or children under 18 years of age.

3.1. Dosage of Antilus drug The dose of Antilus drug will depend on the patient's health condition, specifically:
Dosage for mild - moderate pain: Take 8-16 mg/day, divided by 2 - 3 times/day. Patients absolutely do not take more than 16 mg of Antilus in a day. Dosage for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis: The initial dose is 12 mg/day, divided into 2-3 times/day, then maintain the maximum dose of 16 mg/day. 3.2. Instructions for proper use of Antilus Each drug or drug will have a different dosage form and way of use, such as injection, oral, topical or suppository. For Antilus drug is made in the form of tablets, so patients need to take the drug orally. The best time to take the drug is before meals, drink with plenty of water. Patients should carefully read the instructions for use listed on the drug packaging, avoid arbitrarily taking Antilus in other ways without the guidance of a doctor or medical professional.
3.3. What to do in case of overdose or missed dose of Antilus? *For the case of an overdose of Antilus
According to experts, the symptoms of an overdose of Antilus drugs are often quite similar to the side effects that the drug causes. On the other hand, patients who exceed the prescribed amount of Antilus may face liver/kidney toxicity. At that time, patients should be closely monitored for reactions on the face, skin, blood pressure, and at the same time prevent the dangerous progression of overdose symptoms because it often has very fast complications, life-threatening if not. timely treatment. Ideally, when an overdose of Antilus drug and noticeable symptoms appear, the patient should notify the treating doctor for the right treatment.
*In case of forgetting a dose of Antilus
Patients should limit or avoid missing a dose because this has a great influence on the effectiveness of treatment. Missing many times in a row Antilus not only reduces the effectiveness of the active ingredient in the drug, but even makes the disease take longer to heal. In case of a missed dose, the patient should take it at the earliest time, avoiding taking it close to the time of the next dose. Overdosing can pose a potential risk of drug overdose.

Antilus may cause some side effects during treatment, including:
Dizziness. Headache. Chicken sleep. Loss of appetite. Weight loss, excessive sweating or swelling. Weakness or slight weight gain. Depression, insomnia. Digestive disorders, constipation, difficulty swallowing, dry mouth. Gastritis, stomatitis, peptic ulcer with/without bleeding, gastroesophageal reflux n. Esophagitis, proctitis, or rectal bleeding. Hematoma, anemia, thrombocytopenia, prolonged bleeding time. Dermatitis, itching or redness of the skin, increased blood transaminases or hair loss. Usually, these unwanted side effects (ADRs) go away when the patient stops taking Antilus. If rare side effects not mentioned above occur, the patient should notify the doctor so that measures can be taken as soon as possible.

5.1. What precautions should be taken while using Antilus? Before and during the use of Antilus drugs, the following subjects need to be very cautious:
Pediatric patients and women who are in childbirth should avoid taking Antilus. People with kidney or liver failure should only take a maximum of Antilus 12mg / day. Elderly patients with hepatic/renal impairment should reduce the dose as recommended by the physician. People who are prone to hypersensitivity or allergies to substances or ingredients in the drug should consult a doctor before deciding to use Antilus. Subjects with myasthenia gravis, peptic ulcer disease or hepatic coma should be treated with caution when treated with Antilus. In the process of using Antilus, patients need to strictly follow the doctor's instructions, do not arbitrarily reduce / increase the dose of the drug in order to accelerate the treatment effect. Patients who want to stop taking Antilus should consult their doctor. For Antilus drugs with strange signs (mold, watery, discolored) or expired, patients should avoid taking the drug again. Medicines need to be stored in a dry place, away from direct sunlight or high humidity areas (such as bathrooms). Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets. 5.2. Interactions of Antilus drugs with other drugs Antilus drugs when used together with other drugs can affect the absorption, metabolism and elimination of the drug, and at the same time reduce the effectiveness and increase the toxicity of the drug. body. Here are some drugs that can interact when combined with Antilus:
Vitamin K antagonists. Anticoagulants. Aspirin medicine . Sulphonylurea drug. Other NSAIDs. Diuretic . Lithium drug. ACE inhibitors. Cimetidine drug. Methotrexate drug. Digoxin drug. Amiodarone drug. Cyclosporin drug. Phenytoin drug. Tranylcypromine drug. Miconazole drug. Rifampicin drug. In order to avoid the risk of drug interactions, patients need to inform their doctors about the drugs or supplements they are taking at the moment. Your doctor can advise you to adjust the time between medications or to replace other drugs that are more suitable.
The above is the use, how to use and note when using Antilus drug. To ensure safety and maximize the effectiveness of treatment, patients need to use the drug exactly as prescribed by the doctor.