Jycam 20mg Injection (PIROXICAM)

What is the difference between Jycam and diclofenac?
Both Jycam and diclofenac are pain killers. However, Jycam injection 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 Jycam.

Is Jycam a narcotic?
No. Jycam is not a narcotic. It is a pain killer which acts on COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) enzyme to decrease the pain and inflammation.

Is Jycam a muscle relaxant?
No. Jycam is not a muscle relaxant. It is a pain killer which acts on COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) enzyme.

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Jycam?
Yes. You can donate blood when on Jycam. Do inform your doctor before donating blood.

What is the difference between Jycam and meloxicam?
Both Jycam 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 Jycam.

What is the difference between Jycam and ketoprofen?
Both Jycam 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 Jycam. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.