Is Tufcam a NSAID?

What are the serious side effects of Tufcam?

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 Tufcam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can you get high by using Tufcam?

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

Are there any alternatives of Tufcam?

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

Can I use Tufcam for a migraine?

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

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

No. Tufcam 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.

Can I use Tufcam if I am a diabetic?

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

Can Tufcam be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Tufcam 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 I use Tufcam if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

Is Tufcam a narcotic?

No. Tufcam 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 Tufcam be used in hypertension?

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

What is the difference between Tufcam and diclofenac?

Both Tufcam 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 Tufcam.

Can I use Tufcam if I am pregnant?

No. Tufcam 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 Tufcam be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Tufcam 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.

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

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.

Is Tufcam 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 Tufcam as the cause of back pain can be different for different person.

Can Tufcam lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Tufcam 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 Tufcam and ketoprofen?

Both Tufcam 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 Tufcam. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Are Tufcam and aspirin same?

No. Tufcam 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 Tufcam be used with warfarin?

No. Tufcam 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 Tufcam?

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 Tufcam be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Can Tufcam be used with methocarbamol?

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

Is Tufcam a sulfa drug?

Tufcam is a sulphur containing compound. Tufcam 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.

Is Tufcam a blood thinner?

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

Can Tufcam be used along with paracetamol?

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

How long does Tufcam work?

Tufcam 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.

Can Tufcam be used with Lisinopril?

No. Tufcam 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 Tufcam.

Can I use Tufcam 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.