Flexar 20mg Tablet DT (PIROXICAM)

Can Flexar lead to difficulty in conception?
Yes. Flexar can sometimes cause reversible infertility. Flexar tablet by its mechanism of action may delay or prevent rupture of ovarian follicles, which has been associated with reversible infertility in some women. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.

What is the difference between Flexar and diclofenac?
Both Flexar and diclofenac are pain killers. However, Flexar tablet is a non-selective COX (cyclooxygenase - an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) inhibitor whereas diclofenac has a bit more selectivity to a COX-2 enzyme. This selectivity of diclofenac is supposed to decrease the side effects as compared to Flexar.

What is the difference between Flexar and naproxen?
Both Flexar and naproxen 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, gastric side effects are lesser with naproxen as compared to Flexar.

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

Is Flexar a sulfa drug?
Flexar is a sulphur containing compound. Flexar can cause serious adverse events in sensitive individuals. It can cause severe skin reactions like Steven Johnson Syndrome. Do inform your doctor if you have any kind of allergies.

What is the difference between Flexar and nimesulide?
Both Flexar and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Flexar is a non-selective COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) inhibitor whereas nimesulide is selective to the COX-2 enzyme. This selectivity of nimesulide is supposed to decrease the side effects as compared to Flexar tablet. It should not be used in children below 12 years of age.