Is Pirod a sulfa drug?

What are the contraindications for Pirod?

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.

Is Pirod a NSAID?

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

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

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 serious side effects of Pirod?

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 Pirod be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can Pirod be used with Lisinopril?

No. Pirod 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 Pirod.

What is the difference between Pirod and naproxen?

Both Pirod 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 Pirod.

What is the difference between Pirod and nimesulide?

Both Pirod and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Pirod 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.

Can you get high by using Pirod?

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

Can Pirod be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Are Pirod and aspirin same?

No. Pirod 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 Pirod be used along with paracetamol?

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

Can Pirod be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can Pirod be used with warfarin?

No. Pirod 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 Pirod if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

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

No. Pirod 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 Pirod 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.

Is Pirod affective in gout management?

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

Can I use Pirod for a migraine?

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

Are there any alternatives of Pirod?

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

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Pirod?

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

Can Pirod be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Pirod 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 Pirod be used in hypertension?

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

Can I use Pirod if I am pregnant?

No. Pirod 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.

Is Pirod a muscle relaxant?

No. Pirod 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 Pirod and tramadol?

Pirod 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 Pirod and ketoprofen?

Both Pirod 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 Pirod. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Is Pirod a narcotic?

No. Pirod 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.

Is Pirod a blood thinner?

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

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Pirod?

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

Can Pirod lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Pirod 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.