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

What are the contraindications for Dolonx CD?

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 Dolonx CD be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Dolonx CD 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.

What is the difference between Dolonx CD and nimesulide?

Both Dolonx CD and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Dolonx CD 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 Dolonx CD be used to treat menstrual cramp?

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

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

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 I use Dolonx CD if I am a diabetic?

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

How long does Dolonx CD work?

Dolonx CD 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 Dolonx CD be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can Dolonx CD be used with lithium?

No. Dolonx CD should not be used with lithium. Dolonx CD 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.

What is the difference between Dolonx CD and ketoprofen?

Both Dolonx CD 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 Dolonx CD. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Can Dolonx CD be used with warfarin?

No. Dolonx CD 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 I use Dolonx CD if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

What are the serious side effects of Dolonx CD?

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 I use Dolonx CD 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.

Are there any alternatives of Dolonx CD?

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

Can Dolonx CD be used with methocarbamol?

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

Can Dolonx CD be used along with paracetamol?

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

Is Dolonx CD a sulfa drug?

Dolonx CD is a sulphur containing compound. Dolonx CD 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 Dolonx CD a blood thinner?

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

Is Dolonx CD a NSAID?

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

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

Are Dolonx CD and aspirin same?

No. Dolonx CD 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 Dolonx CD lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Dolonx CD is known to cause skin reactions which can be very severe such as exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), and toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), which can be fatal. These serious events may occur without warning. You should inform your doctor if you feel you have a mild rash and immediately discontinue the drug.

What is the difference between Dolonx CD and naproxen?

Both Dolonx CD 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 Dolonx CD.

Is Dolonx CD a narcotic?

No. Dolonx CD 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 Dolonx CD for a migraine?

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

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Dolonx CD?

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

Can you get high by using Dolonx CD?

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

Is Dolonx CD a muscle relaxant?

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