Can I use Pirikos if I have peptic ulcer disease?

What are the contraindications for Pirikos?

Contraindications to piroxicam are an allergy, bleeding tendency, duodenal/gastric/peptic ulcer, stomatitis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), ulcerative colitis, upper GI disease, late pregnancy, cardiac disease, hepatic impairment, renal impairment.

Is Pirikos a sulfa drug?

Pirikos is a sulphur containing compound. Pirikos 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.

Is Pirikos a blood thinner?

No. Pirikos is not a blood thinner. It is a pain killer. It should be avoided in a patient with a bleeding disorder.

Can Pirikos lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Pirikos can sometimes cause reversible infertility. Piroxicam by its mechanism of action may delay or prevent rupture of ovarian follicles, which has been associated with reversible infertility in some women. Consult your doctor before starting this medication.

What is the difference between Pirikos and nimesulide?

Both Pirikos and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Pirikos 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 piroxicam. It should not be used in children below 12 years of age.

Can Pirikos be used with warfarin?

No. Pirikos 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 you donate blood when on the medication with Pirikos?

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

What is the difference between Pirikos and meloxicam?

Both Pirikos 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 Pirikos.

Are Pirikos and aspirin same?

No. Pirikos 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.

Is Pirikos a NSAID?

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

Can Pirikos be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Can you get high by using Pirikos?

No. Pirikos is not known to cause high. It is a non-narcotic painkiller.

Can Pirikos be used along with paracetamol?

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

How long does Pirikos work?

Pirikos 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.

Can Pirikos be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can Pirikos be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Pirikos 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 Pirikos be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can Pirikos be used with Lisinopril?

No. Pirikos 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 Pirikos.

Can Pirikos be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Pirikos 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 Pirikos be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Pirikos 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 Pirikos be used in hypertension?

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

Is Pirikos effective in back pain management?

Yes. It can be given for decreasing the back pain. However, you should consult your doctor for the exact cause of your back pain and then start the treatment. Do not self-medicate yourself with Pirikos as the cause of back pain can be different for different person.

Are there any alternatives of Pirikos?

Yes. There are alternatives to Pirikos. Pain killers are prescribed according to the disease condition. Consult your doctor before starting piroxicam or changing it to other medication.

Can I use Pirikos for a migraine?

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

Is Pirikos a muscle relaxant?

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

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

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.

What are the serious side effects of Pirikos?

GI discomfort and, rarely, serious GI side effects, such as ulcers and bleeding, serious skin side effects such as exfoliative, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), and toxic epidermal necrolysis, liver failure, renal damage.

Is Pirikos a narcotic?

No. Pirikos 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.

Can I use Pirikos if I have a deranged renal function?

No. Pirikos should not be taken if you have a abnormal renal function because long-term administration of NSAIDs has resulted in renal papillary necrosis and another renal injury.

Can I use Pirikos if I am a diabetic?

Pirikos 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 Pirikos so taking piroxicam can lead to increased risk of renal failure by many folds.

Can I use Pirikos if I am pregnant?

No. Pirikos should not be taken in pregnancy. It causes premature closure of the ductus arteriosus which can lead to fetal heart failure and death of the baby.