Is Cycladol a narcotic?

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

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.

Is Cycladol a NSAID?

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

Can Cycladol be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Is Cycladol a muscle relaxant?

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

Can I use Cycladol 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.

What is the difference between Cycladol and meloxicam?

Both Cycladol 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 Cycladol.

Are Cycladol and aspirin same?

No. Cycladol 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 Cycladol be used with diuretics?

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

Is Cycladol a blood thinner?

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

Can Cycladol be used with warfarin?

No. Cycladol 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.

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

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 Cycladol be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

What are the contraindications for Cycladol?

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 you donate blood when on the medication with Cycladol?

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

Can Cycladol lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Cycladol 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 I use Cycladol if I have peptic ulcer disease?

No. Cycladol is contraindicated in cases of active peptic ulcer disease. Cycladol is known to cause gastric ulceration and bleeding.

Is Cycladol affective in gout management?

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

How long does Cycladol work?

Cycladol 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 Cycladol for a migraine?

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

Can you get high by using Cycladol?

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

Is Cycladol a sulfa drug?

Cycladol is a sulphur containing compound. Cycladol 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.

Can Cycladol be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Cycladol 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.

What is the difference between Cycladol and tramadol?

Cycladol 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 Cycladol and ketoprofen?

Both Cycladol 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 Cycladol. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Cycladol?

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

Are there any alternatives of Cycladol?

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

Can Cycladol be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can Cycladol be used along with paracetamol?

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

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

No. Cycladol 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.