What are the serious side effects of Micropec?

Can Micropec lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Micropec 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 Micropec be used with Lisinopril?

No. Micropec 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 Micropec.

Can Micropec be used along with dexamethasone?

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

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

What is the difference between Micropec and diclofenac?

Both Micropec 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 Micropec.

Can you get high by using Micropec?

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

Can Micropec be used along with Losartan?

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

Can Micropec be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Micropec 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 Micropec if I am pregnant?

No. Micropec 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.

Is Micropec affective in gout management?

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

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

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.

Can Micropec be used with warfarin?

No. Micropec 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 Micropec be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can Micropec be used with diuretics?

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

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

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 Micropec be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Micropec 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 Micropec be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can I use Micropec if I am a diabetic?

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

What is the difference between Micropec and nimesulide?

Both Micropec and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Micropec 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 Micropec be used with lithium?

No. Micropec should not be used with lithium. Micropec leads to an elevation of plasma lithium levels and a reduction in renal lithium clearance. This is because of inhibition of renal prostaglandin synthesis by the NSAID. Consult and inform your doctor before starting this medication.

Are there any alternatives of Micropec?

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

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

Is Micropec a narcotic?

No. Micropec 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 Micropec a muscle relaxant?

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

Is Micropec a blood thinner?

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

Is Micropec a NSAID?

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

Are Micropec and aspirin same?

No. Micropec 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 I use Micropec for a migraine?

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

Can Micropec be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Micropec 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 Micropec be used along with paracetamol?

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