Is Oxycam affective in gout management?

What are the contraindications for Oxycam?

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.

What is the difference between Oxycam and ketoprofen?

Both Oxycam 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 Oxycam. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

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

What is the difference between Oxycam and diclofenac?

Both Oxycam 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 Oxycam.

Is Oxycam a muscle relaxant?

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

Are there any alternatives of Oxycam?

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

Can you get high by using Oxycam?

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

Is Oxycam a blood thinner?

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

How long does Oxycam work?

Oxycam 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.

Is Oxycam a NSAID?

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

Can Oxycam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

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

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 Oxycam for a migraine?

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

What are the serious side effects of Oxycam?

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.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Oxycam?

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

Can Oxycam be used with warfarin?

No. Oxycam 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.

Can Oxycam lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Oxycam 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 Oxycam be used with Lisinopril?

No. Oxycam 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 Oxycam.

Can Oxycam be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Oxycam 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 Oxycam?

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

What is the difference between Oxycam and tramadol?

Oxycam 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 Oxycam and meloxicam?

Both Oxycam 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 Oxycam.

Can Oxycam be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Can Oxycam be used with methocarbamol?

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

What is the difference between Oxycam and naproxen?

Both Oxycam 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 Oxycam.

Can I use Oxycam if I am pregnant?

No. Oxycam 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 Oxycam be used along with paracetamol?

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

Are Oxycam and aspirin same?

No. Oxycam 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 I use Oxycam if I have a deranged renal function?

No. Oxycam 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 I use Oxycam 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.