Is Biocam a sulfa drug?

Can I use Biocam if I am a diabetic?

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

Can Biocam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Biocam?

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

Can Biocam be used with Lisinopril?

No. Biocam 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 Biocam.

Can Biocam be used to treat menstrual cramp?

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

What is the difference between Biocam and naproxen?

Both Biocam and naproxen 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, gastric side effects are lesser with naproxen as compared to Biocam.

Can Biocam lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Biocam 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.

Can you get high by using Biocam?

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

Is Biocam a blood thinner?

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

What is the difference between Biocam and tramadol?

Biocam 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 Biocam and nimesulide?

Both Biocam and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Biocam 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 Biocam and diclofenac?

Both Biocam 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 Biocam.

Can Biocam be used with methocarbamol?

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

Is Biocam a NSAID?

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

Can Biocam be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Biocam 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.

Are there any alternatives of Biocam?

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

Can Biocam be used along with paracetamol?

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

Is Biocam a muscle relaxant?

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

Can Biocam be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Biocam 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)

Is Biocam 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 Biocam as the cause of back pain can be different for different person.

How long does Biocam work?

Biocam 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.

Is Biocam a narcotic?

No. Biocam 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 Biocam 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 Biocam lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Biocam 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 I use Biocam if I have a deranged renal function?

No. Biocam 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.

Is Biocam affective in gout management?

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

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

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.

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Biocam?

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

What are the contraindications for Biocam?

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.

Can I use Biocam if I am pregnant?

No. Biocam 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 Biocam for a migraine?

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

Can Biocam be used with warfarin?

No. Biocam 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.

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

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 Biocam be used with diuretics?

No. Biocam should not be used with diuretics. Biocam 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 Biocam?

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.