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Piroxicam

Uses

Piroxicam is used for pain relief. It alleviates pain and inflammation in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.

How it Works

How Piroxicam works Piroxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It functions by inhibiting the release of specific chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, including pain and swelling.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Piroxicam include nausea, headache, dizziness, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, flatulence, ringing in the ears, edema (swelling), rash, decreased appetite, and increased glucose levels in the blood.

Expert Advice

  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
  • Piroxicam helps relieve pain and swelling in various joints and muscles.
  • Take it with food to avoid stomach upset.
  • Your doctor will prescribe the lowest effective dose of this medicine for the shortest possible time necessary to relieve your symptoms.
  • It may cause dizziness and fatigue.
  • Do not drive or engage in activities requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine, as it may cause excessive drowsiness.

Other Combinations

Beta-Cyclodextrin + Piroxicam

Frequently asked questions

Yes, Piroxicam is classified as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
No, Piroxicam is not a narcotic; it is a painkiller that reduces pain and inflammation through COX inhibition.
Piroxicam contains sulfur and can cause severe reactions in sensitive individuals, including skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. Inform your doctor of any allergies.
Piroxicam is long-acting, with a single daily dose often sufficient for pain relief, but effectiveness may increase over several weeks.
No, Piroxicam is not a blood thinner; it is a painkiller and should be avoided in patients with bleeding disorders.
No, Piroxicam is not a muscle relaxant; it is a painkiller that targets the COX enzyme.
No, while both are COX inhibitors, they are different drugs with anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.
Piroxicam is not approved for migraines, but it may effectively reduce migraine-associated pain.
No, Piroxicam should not be used with lithium due to the risk of elevated lithium levels and renal clearance reduction.
No, Piroxicam should be avoided with warfarin due to increased bleeding risk. Monitor therapy closely if used together.
No, Piroxicam does not produce a high; it is a non-narcotic painkiller.
Consult your doctor before using Piroxicam if you have diabetes, as it may increase the risk of renal failure.
No, Piroxicam should be avoided during pregnancy due to risks of fetal complications.
Consult your doctor before using Piroxicam if you have asthma, as some patients may have hypersensitivity to NSAIDs.
No, Piroxicam should not be used with diuretics as it may reduce their effectiveness.
Yes, Piroxicam can cause severe skin reactions, including Stevens-Johnson Syndrome. Discontinue use and inform your doctor if you notice a rash.
No, Piroxicam can reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive medications. Consult your doctor if you are on such medications.
No, Piroxicam should be avoided with Lisinopril due to its potential to reduce the effectiveness of this antihypertensive.
Yes, Piroxicam can be combined with Tizanidine for conditions like backache.
Yes, there are alternatives. Consult your doctor for appropriate pain management options.
Yes, you can donate blood while taking Piroxicam, but inform your doctor beforehand.
Yes, Piroxicam can be safely used with methocarbamol. Always inform your doctor before starting any medication.
No, Piroxicam should not be used with Losartan as it can decrease the effectiveness of this antihypertensive.
Yes, Piroxicam is effective for treating acute gout.
Beta-cyclodextrin is added to enhance the onset of action and reduce gastric side effects of Piroxicam.
Yes, Piroxicam can be used with paracetamol without serious side effects. Consult your doctor beforehand.
Contraindications include allergies, bleeding tendencies, active ulcers, and certain medical conditions such as SLE and renal impairment.
No, combining Piroxicam and dexamethasone increases toxicity and the risk of gastrointestinal ulceration.
Yes, Piroxicam may cause reversible infertility by delaying ovarian follicle rupture. Consult your doctor before use.
Yes, Piroxicam can help manage back pain, but consult your doctor for a proper diagnosis before treatment.
Serious side effects can include gastrointestinal discomfort, ulcers, bleeding, severe skin reactions, liver failure, and renal damage.
Piroxicam is not specifically approved for menstrual cramps, but studies show it can effectively reduce pain.
No, Piroxicam is not indicated for treating allergies; it is a painkiller.
No, Piroxicam is contraindicated in active peptic ulcer disease due to the risk of gastric ulceration.
Yes, Piroxicam can be used with calcium channel blockers, as they are not affected by NSAIDs.
No, Piroxicam should not be used with abnormal renal function due to the risk of renal injury.
Piroxicam may increase bleeding risk in chikungunya patients. Consult your doctor before use.
Both are non-selective COX inhibitors and equally effective, but naproxen has fewer gastric side effects than Piroxicam.
Piroxicam is a COX inhibitor, while tramadol is a narcotic-like painkiller that can be habit-forming.
Both are non-selective COX inhibitors with similar effectiveness, but meloxicam has fewer acute gastric side effects than Piroxicam.
Piroxicam is a non-selective COX inhibitor, while diclofenac is more selective for the COX-2 enzyme, potentially reducing side effects compared to Piroxicam.
Ketoprofen topical gel is generally more effective and better tolerated than Piroxicam.
Piroxicam is a non-selective COX inhibitor, whereas nimesulide selectively inhibits COX-2, potentially leading to fewer side effects. Nimesulide is not recommended for children under 12.
The risk increases with corticosteroids, anticoagulants, long-term use, alcohol, smoking, and older age.
Patients with a history of allergic reactions to NSAIDs, asthma attacks, or those undergoing heart bypass surgery should avoid NSAIDs.
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