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

Can Vimocam be used along with Losartan?

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

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Vimocam?

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

Is Vimocam a sulfa drug?

Vimocam is a sulphur containing compound. Vimocam 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.

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Vimocam?

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

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

No. Vimocam 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 is the difference between Vimocam and naproxen?

Both Vimocam 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 Vimocam.

Are Vimocam and aspirin same?

No. Vimocam 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.

What is the difference between Vimocam and tramadol?

Vimocam 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 Vimocam and meloxicam?

Both Vimocam 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 Vimocam.

Is Vimocam a blood thinner?

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

What are the serious side effects of Vimocam?

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 Vimocam be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Can I use Vimocam 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.

Is Vimocam a NSAID?

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

Is Vimocam a muscle relaxant?

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

Can Vimocam be used along with paracetamol?

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

Can Vimocam be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Vimocam 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 Vimocam if I am pregnant?

No. Vimocam 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 I use Vimocam if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

Is Vimocam a narcotic?

No. Vimocam 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.

Are there any alternatives of Vimocam?

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

Can Vimocam be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Vimocam 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 I use Vimocam for a migraine?

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

Can you get high by using Vimocam?

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

Can Vimocam be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Vimocam 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.

How long does Vimocam work?

Vimocam 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 Vimocam be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Can Vimocam lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Vimocam 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 Vimocam be used with methocarbamol?

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