Ubicam 20mg Tablet PIROXICAM


Can I use Ubicam if I have asthma?
Some patients with asthma are hypersensitive to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drugs like aspirin which can lead to acute attacks of asthma. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.

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

Who should not take a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)/ Ubicam?
Patients who had an asthma attack, hives, or other allergic reaction with aspirin or any other NSAID medicine or for pain right before or after heart bypass surgery.

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

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

Is Ubicam a sulfa drug?
Ubicam is a sulphur containing compound. Ubicam can cause serious adverse events in sensitive individuals. It can cause severe skin reactions like Steven Johnson Syndrome. Do inform your doctor if you have any kind of allergies.