Osteocam 20mg Tablet MD PIROXICAM


Is Osteocam a narcotic?
No. Osteocam 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.

Can Osteocam be used in hypertension?
No. Osteocam is not a medication to control hypertension. It is important to note that Osteocam decreases the effectiveness of the antihypertensive medication when given together. Inform your doctor if you are taking antihypertensive medications before starting Osteocam.

What is the difference between Osteocam and naproxen?
Both Osteocam 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 Osteocam.

What is the difference between Osteocam and diclofenac?
Both Osteocam and diclofenac are pain killers. However, Osteocam tablet md 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 Osteocam.

Can Osteocam be used along with Losartan?
No. Osteocam should not be combined with Losartan. It is important to note that Osteocam decreases the effectiveness of the antihypertensive medication like losartan when given together leading to failure of antihypertensive therapy. Inform your doctor if you are taking antihypertensive medications before starting Osteocam.

Can Osteocam be used with Lisinopril?
No. Osteocam should be avoided with lisinopril. It is important to note that Osteocam tablet md 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 Osteocam.