Piroxone 20mg Tablet PIROXICAM


Are Piroxone and aspirin same?
No. Piroxone 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.

Can Piroxone be used with methocarbamol?
Yes. Methocarbamol can be used with Piroxone as no serious side effects are known. Inform your doctor before starting any of the medication.

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

What is the difference between Piroxone and nimesulide?
Both Piroxone and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Piroxone 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 Piroxone tablet. It should not be used in children below 12 years of age.

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