Is Modact a NSAID?

What is the difference between Modact and meloxicam?

Both Modact 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 Modact.

What is the difference between Modact and tramadol?

Modact is a COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) whereas Tramadol is a narcotic-like painkiller. Tramadol is a habit forming medicine.

Are Modact and aspirin same?

No. Modact 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 Modact be used along with Losartan?

No. Modact should not be combined with Losartan. It is important to note that Modact 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 Modact.

Can Modact be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can Modact be used with lithium?

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

Are there any alternatives of Modact?

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

Can I use Modact 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 Modact lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Modact 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 Modact be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Modact 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 Modact a blood thinner?

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

Can I use Modact for a migraine?

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

Is Modact affective in gout management?

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

What are the serious side effects of Modact?

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 you get high by using Modact?

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

Can Modact be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can I use Modact if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

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

No. Modact 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.

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

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 Modact be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Modact 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 Modact be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Modact?

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

Can Modact be used in hypertension?

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

How long does Modact work?

Modact 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 you donate blood when on the medication with Modact?

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

Is Modact a muscle relaxant?

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

What is the difference between Modact and diclofenac?

Both Modact 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 Modact.

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

What is the difference between Modact and ketoprofen?

Both Modact 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 Modact. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

What is the difference between Modact and nimesulide?

Both Modact and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Modact 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.

Can Modact be used along with paracetamol?

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