Proxiva 20mg Tablet (PIROXICAM)

How long does Proxiva work?
Proxiva is a long acting drug. Once the daily dose is enough for the relief of pain but it depends from person to person as the effectiveness of Proxiva tablet increases when given for few weeks.

Can Proxiva be used in the treatment of allergy?
No. Proxiva is not a drug to treat allergy. It is a pain killer.

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

Can Proxiva be used with calcium channel blocker?
Yes. Proxiva 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)

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

Can Proxiva be used with warfarin?
No. Proxiva should be avoided with warfarin as they both lead to increase in bleeding tendencies. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the medications. If given together then the therapy should be monitored closely.