Is Rocam a sulfa drug?

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Rocam?

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

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

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 Rocam a muscle relaxant?

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

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

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.

Are there any alternatives of Rocam?

Yes. There are alternatives to Rocam. 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 Rocam?

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 Rocam lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Rocam 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 Rocam for a migraine?

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

Can you get high by using Rocam?

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

Is Rocam affective in gout management?

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

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

No. Rocam 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 Rocam 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 Rocam as the cause of back pain can be different for different person.

Can Rocam lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Rocam 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 Rocam?

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

Can I use Rocam if I am pregnant?

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

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

Can I use Rocam 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 Rocam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

What are the contraindications for Rocam?

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.

How long does Rocam work?

Rocam 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 Rocam a blood thinner?

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

What is the difference between Rocam and ketoprofen?

Both Rocam 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 Rocam. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Can Rocam be used along with paracetamol?

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

Can Rocam be used along with dexamethasone?

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

What is the difference between Rocam and tramadol?

Rocam 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 Rocam and diclofenac?

Both Rocam 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 Rocam.

Is Rocam a narcotic?

No. Rocam 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 Rocam and meloxicam?

Both Rocam 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 Rocam.

Can Rocam be used in hypertension?

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

Is Rocam a NSAID?

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

Can Rocam be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Rocam 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 Rocam be used with methocarbamol?

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