What is the difference between Dolozit and tramadol?

What is the difference between Dolozit and meloxicam?

Both Dolozit 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 Dolozit.

Can you get high by using Dolozit?

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

Can Dolozit be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Dolozit is not approved for the treatment of menstrual cramps. Research studies have shown that piroxicam is quite effective in significantly decreasing the menstrual cramps.

Is Dolozit a NSAID?

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

Can Dolozit be used along with paracetamol?

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

Can Dolozit be used with methocarbamol?

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

Is Dolozit a narcotic?

No. Dolozit 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 Dolozit be used in hypertension?

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

What are the contraindications for Dolozit?

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 Dolozit be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Dolozit?

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

Can I use Dolozit for a migraine?

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

How long does Dolozit work?

Dolozit 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.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Dolozit?

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

Is Dolozit a blood thinner?

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

Are Dolozit and aspirin same?

No. Dolozit 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.