Is Paricam a sulfa drug?

Can Paricam be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Paricam 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 Paricam be used along with Losartan?

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

Are there any alternatives of Paricam?

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

How long does Paricam work?

Paricam 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 Paricam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

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

No. Paricam 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 Paricam be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Can Paricam be used with lithium?

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

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Paricam?

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

Can you get high by using Paricam?

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

Can Paricam be used with methocarbamol?

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

Are Paricam and aspirin same?

No. Paricam 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.

What is the difference between Paricam and naproxen?

Both Paricam 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 Paricam.

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

Can I use Paricam for a migraine?

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

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

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 Paricam a NSAID?

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

Is Paricam a blood thinner?

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

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Paricam?

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

Can Paricam be used in hypertension?

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

Can Paricam be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Paricam 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 Paricam be used along with paracetamol?

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

Is Paricam a muscle relaxant?

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

Is Paricam a narcotic?

No. Paricam 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 Paricam and meloxicam?

Both Paricam 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 Paricam.

Can Paricam be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Paricam 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 Paricam lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Paricam is known to cause skin reactions which can be very severe such as exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), which can be fatal. These serious events may occur without warning. You should inform your doctor if you feel you have a mild rash and immediately discontinue the drug.