Is Rucaprox a sulfa drug?

Can I use Rucaprox 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 Rucaprox be used with lithium?

No. Rucaprox should not be used with lithium. Rucaprox leads to an elevation of plasma lithium levels and a reduction in renal lithium clearance. This is because of inhibition of renal prostaglandin synthesis by the NSAID. Consult and inform your doctor before starting this medication.

Are there any alternatives of Rucaprox?

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

Can Rucaprox be used with Lisinopril?

No. Rucaprox 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 Rucaprox.

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

Can Rucaprox be used with diuretics?

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

Can Rucaprox lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Rucaprox 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.

Is Rucaprox a blood thinner?

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

Is Rucaprox a NSAID?

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

Can I use Rucaprox if I am a diabetic?

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

Is Rucaprox a narcotic?

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

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

Can Rucaprox be used with methocarbamol?

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

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

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 Rucaprox be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Rucaprox 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.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Rucaprox?

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

Can Rucaprox be used along with paracetamol?

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

What is the difference between Rucaprox and nimesulide?

Both Rucaprox and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Rucaprox 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 Rucaprox be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Is Rucaprox a muscle relaxant?

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

Can Rucaprox be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can Rucaprox be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Rucaprox 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 are the serious side effects of Rucaprox?

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 are the contraindications for Rucaprox?

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 Rucaprox lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Rucaprox 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 increases the chances of getting a gastric ulcer when I am already taking Rucaprox?

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 Rucaprox be used with warfarin?

No. Rucaprox 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 Rucaprox and naproxen?

Both Rucaprox 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 Rucaprox.