Can I use Campy if I have peptic ulcer disease?

Can Campy be used in the treatment of chikungunya?

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

What is the difference between Campy and meloxicam?

Both Campy 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 Campy.

Can Campy be used in the treatment of allergy?

No. Campy is not a drug to treat allergy. It is a pain killer.

Can Campy be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Campy is not approved for the treatment of menstrual cramps. Research studies have shown that piroxicam is quite effective in significantly decreasing the menstrual cramps.

Can Campy be used with warfarin?

No. Campy 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.

Can I use Campy for a migraine?

Campy is not approved for the treatment of migraine. Research studies have shown that Campy is effective in significantly decreasing the pain associated with migraine without aura.

Can Campy be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Campy can be combined with tizanidine. Piroxicam is a pain killer and tizanidine is a skeletal muscle relaxant. It is used in the condition like a backache.

Can I use Campy if I am a diabetic?

Campy in a diabetic patient can only be taken only by consulting a doctor because these medicines have the propensity to cause renal failure when taken for a long period. Diabetes itself causes renal Campy so taking piroxicam can lead to increased risk of renal failure by many folds.

Is Campy affective in gout management?

Yes. Campy can be given for the treatment of acute gout. Research studies have shown Campy to be highly effective in the treatment of acute gout.

Can Campy be used with diuretics?

No. Campy should not be used with diuretics. Campy reduces the natriuretic effect of furosemide and thiazides diuretics in some patients. This response has been attributed to inhibition of renal prostaglandin synthesis.

Can Campy be used with lithium?

No. Campy should not be used with lithium. Campy leads to an elevation of plasma lithium levels and a reduction in renal lithium clearance. This is because of inhibition of renal prostaglandin synthesis by the NSAID. Consult and inform your doctor before starting this medication.

Who should not take a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)/ Campy?

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 Campy and ketoprofen?

Both Campy 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 Campy. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Can Campy be used in hypertension?

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

Is Campy a narcotic?

No. Campy 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.

Is Campy a NSAID?

Yes. Campy is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Can Campy be used along with dexamethasone?

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

How long does Campy work?

Campy 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 piroxicam increases when given for few weeks.

What is the difference between Campy and tramadol?

Campy is a COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) whereas Tramadol is a narcotic-like painkiller. Tramadol is a habit forming medicine.

Can Campy be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Campy 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)

Can Campy be used with Lisinopril?

No. Campy should be avoided with lisinopril. It is important to note that piroxicam 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 Campy.

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Campy?

Yes. You can donate blood when on Campy. Do inform your doctor before donating blood.

Can Campy be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can Campy be used along with paracetamol?

Yes. Paracetamol can be used with Campy as no serious side effects are known. Inform your doctor before starting any of the medication.

Are Campy and aspirin same?

No. Campy 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.

What is the difference between Campy and diclofenac?

Both Campy and diclofenac are pain killers. However, piroxicam 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 Campy.

Can I use Campy 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.

What increases the chances of getting a gastric ulcer when I am already taking Campy?

The chances of gastric ulceration increases if you take medicines like corticosteroids and anticoagulants. Long term use, alcohol, smoking and old age are few other factors which can increase the chances of ulceration.

Can Campy be used along with Losartan?

No. Campy should not be combined with Losartan. It is important to note that Campy 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 Campy.