Is Noxicam a sulfa drug?

What are the contraindications for Noxicam?

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 Noxicam be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Noxicam 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 Noxicam be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Noxicam 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 you donate blood when on the medication with Noxicam?

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

Is Noxicam a narcotic?

No. Noxicam 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 Noxicam a blood thinner?

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

Can Noxicam be used in hypertension?

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

Can Noxicam be used along with paracetamol?

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

Can Noxicam be used with Lisinopril?

No. Noxicam 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 Noxicam.

What is the difference between Noxicam and tramadol?

Noxicam 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 Noxicam and nimesulide?

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

What is the difference between Noxicam and ketoprofen?

Both Noxicam 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 Noxicam. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

How long does Noxicam work?

Noxicam 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 Noxicam?

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

Can I use Noxicam if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

Is Noxicam affective in gout management?

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

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Noxicam?

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

Can Noxicam be used with diuretics?

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

Can you get high by using Noxicam?

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

Can Noxicam be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Noxicam 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 Noxicam if I am pregnant?

No. Noxicam 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 I use Noxicam 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 Noxicam lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Noxicam 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.

What is the difference between Noxicam and diclofenac?

Both Noxicam 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 Noxicam.

Can Noxicam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

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

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.