Camley 20mg Tablet DT PIROXICAM


What are the contraindications for Camley?
Contraindications to Camley tablet are an allergy, bleeding tendency, duodenal/gastric/peptic ulcer, stomatitis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), ulcerative colitis, upper GI disease, late pregnancy, cardiac disease, hepatic impairment, renal impairment.

What is the difference between Camley and tramadol?
Camley is a COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) whereas Tramadol is a narcotic-like painkiller. Tramadol is a habit forming medicine.

What is the difference between Camley and meloxicam?
Both Camley and meloxicam are pain killers. Both are non-selective COX (cyclooxygenase - an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain). Research studies have shown both are equally effective. However, acute gastric side effects are lesser with meloxicam as compared to Camley.

What is the difference between Camley and ketoprofen?
Both Camley and ketoprofen are pain killers. Both are non-selective COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain). Research studies have shown ketoprofen topical gel is better and effective as compared to Camley. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Can Camley be used in the treatment of chikungunya?
Usually, the platelet count does not dip in cases of chikungunya and painkillers like Camley tablet can lead to the risk of increased bleeding tendency. So refrain from taking Camley or any painkiller in the case of any fever with joint pain. Consult your doctor before starting Camley.

Are Camley and aspirin same?
No. Camley and aspirin are not same. They belong to the same class of drugs known as COX (cyclooxygenase) inhibitors. They both are anti-inflammatory and analgesic.