Is Dolodor a sulfa drug?

Can Dolodor be used in hypertension?

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

What is the difference between Dolodor and diclofenac?

Both Dolodor 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 Dolodor.

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Dolodor?

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

Can Dolodor be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Is Dolodor a muscle relaxant?

No. Dolodor 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 Dolodor for a migraine?

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

What is the difference between Dolodor and tramadol?

Dolodor 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 Dolodor be used with warfarin?

No. Dolodor 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 is the difference between Dolodor and meloxicam?

Both Dolodor 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 Dolodor.

Can I use Dolodor 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.

Is Dolodor a NSAID?

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

What are the serious side effects of Dolodor?

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 Dolodor a narcotic?

No. Dolodor 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 Dolodor be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Dolodor 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 you get high by using Dolodor?

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

How long does Dolodor work?

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

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 Dolodor?

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

Can Dolodor be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

What is the difference between Dolodor and naproxen?

Both Dolodor 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 Dolodor.

Are there any alternatives of Dolodor?

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

Can Dolodor lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Dolodor 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 Dolodor if I am pregnant?

No. Dolodor 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 Dolodor 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 Dolodor or any painkiller in the case of any fever with joint pain. Consult your doctor before starting Dolodor.

Can Dolodor be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Dolodor 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 I use Dolodor if I am a diabetic?

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

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

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.