Is Rexicam a NSAID?

Can you get high by using Rexicam?

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

Can I use Rexicam 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.

How long does Rexicam work?

Rexicam 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.

Is Rexicam a sulfa drug?

Rexicam is a sulphur containing compound. Rexicam 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.

What is the difference between Rexicam and ketoprofen?

Both Rexicam 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 Rexicam. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Can I use Rexicam if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

Can Rexicam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Is Rexicam a blood thinner?

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

Is Rexicam a muscle relaxant?

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

Can Rexicam be used in hypertension?

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

Can Rexicam be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Rexicam 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 Rexicam be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Rexicam 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)

What is the difference between Rexicam and meloxicam?

Both Rexicam 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 Rexicam.

Is Rexicam a narcotic?

No. Rexicam 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 I use Rexicam if I am pregnant?

No. Rexicam 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 Rexicam be used with Lisinopril?

No. Rexicam 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 Rexicam.

Can Rexicam be used with methocarbamol?

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

Is Rexicam effective in back pain management?

Yes. It can be given for decreasing the back pain. However, you should consult your doctor for the exact cause of your back pain and then start the treatment. Do not self-medicate yourself with Rexicam as the cause of back pain can be different for different person.

Can Rexicam be used with diuretics?

No. Rexicam should not be used with diuretics. Rexicam reduces the natriuretic effect of furosemide and thiazides diuretics in some patients. This response has been attributed to inhibition of renal prostaglandin synthesis.

Can Rexicam be used along with paracetamol?

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

Can I use Rexicam for a migraine?

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

Is Rexicam affective in gout management?

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

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

Are Rexicam and aspirin same?

No. Rexicam 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 Rexicam lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Rexicam 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.

What is the difference between Rexicam and tramadol?

Rexicam 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 Rexicam be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Can I use Rexicam if I am a diabetic?

Rexicam 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 Rexicam so taking piroxicam can lead to increased risk of renal failure by many folds.

Can Rexicam be used with warfarin?

No. Rexicam 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 are the contraindications for Rexicam?

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.

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

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.