Is Synex a sulfa drug?

Is Synex a blood thinner?

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

Can Synex be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can Synex be used with Lisinopril?

No. Synex 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 Synex.

What is the difference between Synex and naproxen?

Both Synex 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 Synex.

Can Synex be used with warfarin?

No. Synex 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 increases the chances of getting a gastric ulcer when I am already taking Synex?

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 Synex if I am pregnant?

No. Synex 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.

How long does Synex work?

Synex 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.

What is the difference between Synex and ketoprofen?

Both Synex 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 Synex. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

What is the difference between Synex and meloxicam?

Both Synex 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 Synex.

What is the difference between Synex and diclofenac?

Both Synex 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 Synex.

What is the difference between Synex and tramadol?

Synex 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 you donate blood when on the medication with Synex?

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

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

Can Synex be used along with paracetamol?

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

Can Synex be used in hypertension?

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

Can Synex be used with methocarbamol?

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

What are the contraindications for Synex?

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 Synex be used along with Losartan?

No. Synex should not be combined with Losartan. It is important to note that Synex decreases the effectiveness of the antihypertensive medication like losartan when given together leading to failure of antihypertensive therapy. Inform your doctor if you are taking antihypertensive medications before starting Synex.

Are Synex and aspirin same?

No. Synex 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.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Synex?

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

Is Synex a NSAID?

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

Is Synex a narcotic?

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

Can Synex be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Synex 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 Synex be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Synex 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 Synex lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Synex 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 Synex be used with diuretics?

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

Can I use Synex 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 Synex for a migraine?

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

What are the serious side effects of Synex?

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 you get high by using Synex?

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