Can I use Trapecam if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

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 Trapecam be used along with paracetamol?

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

Can Trapecam be used with diuretics?

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

What are the serious side effects of Trapecam?

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.

Can Trapecam be used with lithium?

No. Trapecam should not be used with lithium. Trapecam 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.

Is Trapecam a blood thinner?

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

Is Trapecam affective in gout management?

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

Can Trapecam be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can I use Trapecam if I am pregnant?

No. Trapecam 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.

Can Trapecam be used along with dexamethasone?

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

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

No. Trapecam 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 Trapecam lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Trapecam 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.

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Trapecam?

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

Can Trapecam be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Trapecam 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)

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Trapecam?

Yes. Trapecam can be combined with beta-cyclodextrin. Research has shown that combining Trapecam with beta-cyclodextrin leads to faster onset of action of piroxicam and reduced gastric side effects.

Can Trapecam be used in hypertension?

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

Can I use Trapecam for a migraine?

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

Can Trapecam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can I use Trapecam if I am a diabetic?

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

Is Trapecam a muscle relaxant?

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

What is the difference between Trapecam and ketoprofen?

Both Trapecam 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 Trapecam. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Are Trapecam and aspirin same?

No. Trapecam 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.

Can Trapecam be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Trapecam 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 you get high by using Trapecam?

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

What is the difference between Trapecam and tramadol?

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

What is the difference between Trapecam and nimesulide?

Both Trapecam and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Trapecam 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.

What is the difference between Trapecam and diclofenac?

Both Trapecam 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 Trapecam.

Can Trapecam lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Trapecam is known to cause skin reactions which can be very severe such as exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), which can be fatal. These serious events may occur without warning. You should inform your doctor if you feel you have a mild rash and immediately discontinue the drug.

Is Trapecam a narcotic?

No. Trapecam 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.

How long does Trapecam work?

Trapecam 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 I use Trapecam 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.