Is Supricam a sulfa drug?

Is Supricam a NSAID?

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

Can I use Supricam for a migraine?

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

What are the serious side effects of Supricam?

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 is the difference between Supricam and ketoprofen?

Both Supricam 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 Supricam. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

What are the contraindications for Supricam?

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 you get high by using Supricam?

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

Can Supricam lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Supricam 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.

What is the difference between Supricam and nimesulide?

Both Supricam and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Supricam 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 Supricam be used to treat menstrual cramp?

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

Can Supricam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Is Supricam a blood thinner?

No. Supricam 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 Supricam and diclofenac?

Both Supricam 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 Supricam.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Supricam?

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

Are Supricam and aspirin same?

No. Supricam 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 Supricam be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can Supricam be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Is Supricam a muscle relaxant?

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

Can Supricam be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Supricam 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.

Are there any alternatives of Supricam?

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

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

Is Supricam a narcotic?

No. Supricam 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 Supricam?

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

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

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 I use Supricam if I am pregnant?

No. Supricam 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 Supricam if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

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

No. Supricam 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.

What is the difference between Supricam and naproxen?

Both Supricam 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 Supricam.