Is Panorox a NSAID?

Can Panorox be used with lithium?

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

Is Panorox a sulfa drug?

Panorox is a sulphur containing compound. Panorox 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.

Is Panorox a blood thinner?

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

Can I use Panorox 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 Panorox be used with methocarbamol?

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

Is Panorox a muscle relaxant?

No. Panorox 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 Panorox?

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

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

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 contraindications for Panorox?

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.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Panorox?

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

Is Panorox a narcotic?

No. Panorox 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.

What is the difference between Panorox and ketoprofen?

Both Panorox 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 Panorox. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Can Panorox be used with warfarin?

No. Panorox 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 Panorox?

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.

How long does Panorox work?

Panorox 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 is the difference between Panorox and naproxen?

Both Panorox 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 Panorox.

Can you get high by using Panorox?

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

Can Panorox be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

What is the difference between Panorox and diclofenac?

Both Panorox 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 Panorox.

Can Panorox lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Panorox 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 I use Panorox if I am pregnant?

No. Panorox 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 Panorox if I have a deranged renal function?

No. Panorox 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.

What is the difference between Panorox and tramadol?

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

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

Are Panorox and aspirin same?

No. Panorox 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.

Is Panorox affective in gout management?

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

Can Panorox be used along with Losartan?

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