Is Asbecam affective in gout management?

What is the difference between Asbecam and tramadol?

Asbecam 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 Asbecam be used with lithium?

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

Can Asbecam 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 Asbecam or any painkiller in the case of any fever with joint pain. Consult your doctor before starting Asbecam.

Can I use Asbecam if I am pregnant?

No. Asbecam 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 I use Asbecam 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 I use Asbecam for a migraine?

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

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

No. Asbecam 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 Asbecam be used with warfarin?

No. Asbecam 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 Asbecam be used along with paracetamol?

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

Is Asbecam a muscle relaxant?

No. Asbecam 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 Asbecam and diclofenac?

Both Asbecam 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 Asbecam.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Asbecam?

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

Can Asbecam lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Asbecam 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 Asbecam?

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

What are the serious side effects of Asbecam?

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 Asbecam be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can Asbecam be used with Lisinopril?

No. Asbecam 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 Asbecam.

How long does Asbecam work?

Asbecam 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 Asbecam be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Asbecam 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 Asbecam?

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

Can Asbecam be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Asbecam 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 Asbecam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

What is the difference between Asbecam and meloxicam?

Both Asbecam 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 Asbecam.

Are Asbecam and aspirin same?

No. Asbecam 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 Asbecam a narcotic?

No. Asbecam 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.

What is the difference between Asbecam and ketoprofen?

Both Asbecam 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 Asbecam. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Are there any alternatives of Asbecam?

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

Can Asbecam be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Is Asbecam a blood thinner?

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