Is Niroxi a NSAID?

Can Niroxi be used with Lisinopril?

No. Niroxi 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 Niroxi.

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

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.

What are the serious side effects of Niroxi?

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

Is Niroxi a narcotic?

No. Niroxi 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.

Is Niroxi a blood thinner?

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

Can Niroxi be used with warfarin?

No. Niroxi 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 Niroxi?

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.

What are the contraindications for Niroxi?

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 Niroxi be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Niroxi 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 you donate blood when on the medication with Niroxi?

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

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Niroxi?

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

Is Niroxi a muscle relaxant?

No. Niroxi 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 Niroxi 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 I use Niroxi if I am a diabetic?

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

Can Niroxi be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Niroxi 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 I use Niroxi if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

How long does Niroxi work?

Niroxi 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 Niroxi lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Niroxi 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.

Are there any alternatives of Niroxi?

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

Can I use Niroxi for a migraine?

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

What is the difference between Niroxi and ketoprofen?

Both Niroxi 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 Niroxi. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

What is the difference between Niroxi and naproxen?

Both Niroxi 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 Niroxi.

What is the difference between Niroxi and tramadol?

Niroxi 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 Niroxi and aspirin same?

No. Niroxi 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 Niroxi be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Can Niroxi be used along with paracetamol?

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

Is Niroxi a sulfa drug?

Niroxi is a sulphur containing compound. Niroxi 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 Niroxi be used with methocarbamol?

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