Is Pirock a sulfa drug?

Can I use Pirock if I am a diabetic?

Pirock in a diabetic patient can only be taken only by consulting a doctor because these medicines have the propensity to cause renal failure when taken for a long period. Diabetes itself causes renal Pirock so taking piroxicam can lead to increased risk of renal failure by many folds.

Is Pirock a muscle relaxant?

No. Pirock 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 Pirock and meloxicam?

Both Pirock 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 Pirock.

Can Pirock be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Is Pirock a NSAID?

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

Is Pirock a narcotic?

No. Pirock 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 Pirock be used along with paracetamol?

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

Are there any alternatives of Pirock?

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

What are the serious side effects of Pirock?

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.

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

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.

What is the difference between Pirock and ketoprofen?

Both Pirock 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 Pirock. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Is Pirock a blood thinner?

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

Can I use Pirock 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 Pirock if I am pregnant?

No. Pirock 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.

What is the difference between Pirock and tramadol?

Pirock 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 Pirock lead to difficulty in conception?

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

No. Pirock 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.

Are Pirock and aspirin same?

No. Pirock 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 you donate blood when on the medication with Pirock?

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

Can Pirock be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can Pirock be used with warfarin?

No. Pirock 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 I use Pirock if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

Can I use Pirock for a migraine?

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

Can Pirock be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

How long does Pirock work?

Pirock 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.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Pirock?

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

Can you get high by using Pirock?

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

Is Pirock affective in gout management?

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

Can Pirock be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Pirock 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 Pirock be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Pirock is not approved for the treatment of menstrual cramps. Research studies have shown that piroxicam is quite effective in significantly decreasing the menstrual cramps.

What is the difference between Pirock and naproxen?

Both Pirock 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 Pirock.