Rezox 20mg Injection (PIROXICAM)

Can Rezox be used along with dexamethasone?
No. Rezox should not be used with dexamethasone. They both increase each others toxicity. There is an increased risk of GI ulceration.

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

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

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

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

What is the difference between Rezox and tramadol?
Rezox is a COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) whereas Tramadol is a narcotic-like painkiller. Tramadol is a habit forming medicine.