Nexicam 40mg Injection (PIROXICAM)

Can I use Nexicam if I have peptic ulcer disease?
No. Nexicam is contraindicated in cases of active peptic ulcer disease. Nexicam is known to cause gastric ulceration and bleeding.

Are there any alternatives of Nexicam?
Yes. There are alternatives to Nexicam. Pain killers are prescribed according to the disease condition. Consult your doctor before starting Nexicam injection or changing it to other medication.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Nexicam?
Yes. Nexicam can be combined with beta-cyclodextrin. Research has shown that combining Nexicam with beta-cyclodextrin leads to faster onset of action of Nexicam injection and reduced gastric side effects.

Can Nexicam be used with Tizanidine?
Yes, Nexicam can be combined with tizanidine. Nexicam injection is a pain killer and tizanidine is a skeletal muscle relaxant. It is used in the condition like a backache.

Can Nexicam be used with calcium channel blocker?
Yes. Nexicam can be taken with calcium channel blocker. NSAIDs have been observed to reduce the effectiveness of all antihypertensive drugs except calcium channel blockers (ref: White 2007)

Can Nexicam be used with Lisinopril?
No. Nexicam should be avoided with lisinopril. It is important to note that Nexicam injection decreases the effectiveness of the antihypertensive medication like lisinopril when given together leading to failure of antihypertensive therapy. Inform your doctor if you are taking antihypertensive medications before starting Nexicam.