Is Ultranex a NSAID?

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

Are there any alternatives of Ultranex?

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

What is the difference between Ultranex and diclofenac?

Both Ultranex 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 Ultranex.

Is Ultranex a blood thinner?

No. Ultranex 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 Ultranex and nimesulide?

Both Ultranex and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Ultranex 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.

How long does Ultranex work?

Ultranex 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 Ultranex and naproxen?

Both Ultranex 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 Ultranex.

Can Ultranex be used along with Losartan?

No. Ultranex should not be combined with Losartan. It is important to note that Ultranex 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 Ultranex.

Can I use Ultranex for a migraine?

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

Is Ultranex affective in gout management?

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

Can Ultranex be used with methocarbamol?

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

Are Ultranex and aspirin same?

No. Ultranex 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 Ultranex be used in hypertension?

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

Can I use Ultranex if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

What are the contraindications for Ultranex?

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 Ultranex be used along with dexamethasone?

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

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

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

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 Ultranex be used with diuretics?

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

Can Ultranex be used along with paracetamol?

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

Is Ultranex a narcotic?

No. Ultranex 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 I use Ultranex if I am pregnant?

No. Ultranex 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 Ultranex be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Ultranex 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 Ultranex be used with warfarin?

No. Ultranex 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.

Can Ultranex be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Ultranex 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 Ultranex lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Ultranex 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 you get high by using Ultranex?

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