Is Dolokam affective in gout management?

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Dolokam?

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

Can you get high by using Dolokam?

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

Can I use Dolokam for a migraine?

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

Can Dolokam lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Dolokam 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.

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

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 Dolokam be used with warfarin?

No. Dolokam 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 Dolokam?

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 I use Dolokam 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 Dolokam be used along with paracetamol?

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

Can Dolokam be used with methocarbamol?

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

Is Dolokam a muscle relaxant?

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

How long does Dolokam work?

Dolokam 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 Dolokam be used along with Losartan?

No. Dolokam should not be combined with Losartan. It is important to note that Dolokam decreases the effectiveness of the antihypertensive medication like losartan when given together leading to failure of antihypertensive therapy. Inform your doctor if you are taking antihypertensive medications before starting Dolokam.

Can I use Dolokam if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

Can Dolokam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can Dolokam be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Dolokam 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 Dolokam be used with Lisinopril?

No. Dolokam 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 Dolokam.

Is Dolokam a blood thinner?

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

Can Dolokam be used with diuretics?

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

Can Dolokam be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Dolokam 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.

Is Dolokam a NSAID?

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

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

What is the difference between Dolokam and meloxicam?

Both Dolokam 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 Dolokam.

Can I use Dolokam if I am a diabetic?

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

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Dolokam?

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

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

No. Dolokam 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 Dolokam be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Dolokam 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 Dolokam and diclofenac?

Both Dolokam 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 Dolokam.

What are the serious side effects of Dolokam?

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

What is the difference between Dolokam and naproxen?

Both Dolokam 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 Dolokam.