Description: 

• A long-acting anti-inflammatory capsule used to manage chronic joint and muscle pain by blocking chemical messengers that cause inflammation. 

Prescription: 

• Strictly Prescription-Only Medicine (POM / Schedule H Drug). 

Therapeutic Category:

•  Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID) / Oxicam derivative. 

Active Ingredients/Composition:

•  Each hard gelatine capsule contains 20mg of Piroxicam BP (British Pharmacopoeia). 

Variant:

•  20mg strength capsules. (Commonly distributed in packs of 10 or 100 capsules). 

Consume Type: 

• Oral administration (swallowed by mouth). 

Usage & Safety Information

• Directions/Usage:
  • Take exactly as directed by your physician—usually one single capsule (20mg) once daily at the same time each day.
  • Always take this capsule with a full glass of water and food or milk. This creates a barrier that lowers the risk of intense stomach upset.
  • Swallow the capsule whole. Do not chew, break, or open it.
  • Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible to avoid severe side effects. 

• Common Side Effects:
  • Gastrointestinal discomforts like indigestion, stomach pain, heartburn, nausea, gas, constipation, or diarrhoea.
  • Dizziness, headaches, or mild drowsiness.
  • Ringing in the ears (tinnitus). 

Package Type: 

• Blister packs securely housed inside a labelled outer cardboard carton. 

Storage Advice:

•  Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C to 30°C. Protect the medication from direct sunlight, moisture, and high heat. Keep locked away from children. 
• Safety Advice:
  • Black Box Warning: Like most strong NSAIDs, piroxicam can increase the risk of severe, potentially fatal stomach ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, or perforations. It may also increase the risk of heart attacks or strokes.
  • Do not take this drug if you have active stomach ulcers, a history of asthma attacks induced by aspirin or other NSAIDs, or severe heart failure.
  • Do not use this medicine during late pregnancy unless specifically instructed by your specialist.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Mazacam, as it dramatically increases your risk of developing stomach bleeding. 

Manufacturer/Marketer: 

• Distributed or marketed via approved generic pharmaceutical wholesale channels (frequently supplied in regional markets by manufacturers adhering to British Pharmacopoeia standards).

Country of Origin:

•  India / United Kingdom (manufactured according to international BP requirements for global healthcare sectors).