Is Coxiko a sulfa drug?

Can I use Coxiko for a migraine?

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

Can Coxiko be used with lithium?

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

What is the difference between Coxiko and meloxicam?

Both Coxiko 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 Coxiko.

Can Coxiko be used to treat menstrual cramp?

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

Is Coxiko a blood thinner?

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

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

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.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Coxiko?

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

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

Can Coxiko be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Coxiko 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.

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

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 get high by using Coxiko?

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

Can Coxiko be used with diuretics?

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

How long does Coxiko work?

Coxiko 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 are the serious side effects of Coxiko?

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 Coxiko affective in gout management?

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

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Coxiko?

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

What is the difference between Coxiko and naproxen?

Both Coxiko 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 Coxiko.

Can Coxiko be used with methocarbamol?

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

Is Coxiko a muscle relaxant?

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

Is Coxiko a NSAID?

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

Can Coxiko be used along with paracetamol?

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

Is Coxiko a narcotic?

No. Coxiko 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 Coxiko be used in hypertension?

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

What are the contraindications for Coxiko?

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 Coxiko if I am a diabetic?

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

Can Coxiko lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Coxiko 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 Coxiko if I have a deranged renal function?

No. Coxiko 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.

What is the difference between Coxiko and ketoprofen?

Both Coxiko 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 Coxiko. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Can Coxiko be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Coxiko 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 Coxiko be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

What is the difference between Coxiko and tramadol?

Coxiko 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 I use Coxiko 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.