Is Pinij a sulfa drug?

Can I use Pinij 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.

What is the difference between Pinij and naproxen?

Both Pinij 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 Pinij.

Is Pinij a NSAID?

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

Can Pinij be used with methocarbamol?

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

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

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 Pinij be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can you get high by using Pinij?

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

Can Pinij lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Pinij 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 Pinij if I have a deranged renal function?

No. Pinij 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.

Is Pinij a muscle relaxant?

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

What is the difference between Pinij and nimesulide?

Both Pinij and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Pinij 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 Pinij and meloxicam?

Both Pinij 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 Pinij.

What are the serious side effects of Pinij?

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 I use Pinij if I am pregnant?

No. Pinij 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 Pinij lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Pinij 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.

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Pinij?

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

How long does Pinij work?

Pinij 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 I use Pinij for a migraine?

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

Is Pinij affective in gout management?

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

Can I use Pinij if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

Is Pinij a blood thinner?

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

What are the contraindications for Pinij?

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 Pinij be used along with paracetamol?

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

Are there any alternatives of Pinij?

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

Can Pinij be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Are Pinij and aspirin same?

No. Pinij 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 Pinij be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Pinij 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)

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Pinij?

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

What is the difference between Pinij and diclofenac?

Both Pinij 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 Pinij.

Is Pinij a narcotic?

No. Pinij 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.

Can Pinij be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Pinij 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.

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

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.

Can Pinij be used with warfarin?

No. Pinij 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 is the difference between Pinij and ketoprofen?

Both Pinij 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 Pinij. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.