Is Waxicam a NSAID?

Can I use Waxicam 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.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Waxicam?

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

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Waxicam?

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

Can Waxicam be used with Lisinopril?

No. Waxicam 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 Waxicam.

Can Waxicam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Is Waxicam a muscle relaxant?

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

Can I use Waxicam if I am pregnant?

No. Waxicam 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.

What is the difference between Waxicam and tramadol?

Waxicam is a COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) whereas Tramadol is a narcotic-like painkiller. Tramadol is a habit forming medicine.

What is the difference between Waxicam and ketoprofen?

Both Waxicam 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 Waxicam. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

What is the difference between Waxicam and nimesulide?

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

What are the contraindications for Waxicam?

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 Waxicam be used in hypertension?

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

Are Waxicam and aspirin same?

No. Waxicam 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 Waxicam be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can Waxicam be used along with paracetamol?

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

Are there any alternatives of Waxicam?

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

Can Waxicam be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Waxicam 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 Waxicam 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 Waxicam or any painkiller in the case of any fever with joint pain. Consult your doctor before starting Waxicam.

Is Waxicam a blood thinner?

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

Can Waxicam be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Is Waxicam a sulfa drug?

Waxicam is a sulphur containing compound. Waxicam 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 Waxicam affective in gout management?

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

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

No. Waxicam 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 Waxicam be used with warfarin?

No. Waxicam 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 Waxicam lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Waxicam 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.

How long does Waxicam work?

Waxicam 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 you get high by using Waxicam?

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

What are the serious side effects of Waxicam?

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

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.