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Pirocam 20mg Tablet DT

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Pirocam 20mg Tablet DT

It is recommended to take Pirocam 20mg Tablet DT with food in order to prevent an upset stomach The dosage and duration of the medication will be determined by the specific condition being treated and its response to the medication Even if you start feeling better it is important to continue taking the medication until your doctor advises you to stop Common side effects of this medication may include mild vomiting stomach pain nausea headache and dizziness If any of these side effects persist or worsen it is important to inform your doctor They may be able to suggest ways to alleviate or reduce these symptoms Before using Pirocam 20mg Tablet DT inform your doctor about any history of stomach ulcers heart diseases high blood pressure or liver and kidney diseases It is also important to disclose all other medications you are currently taking as they may interact with or be affected by this medication Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before using this medication

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Can I use Pirocam 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.

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Can Pirocam be used with lithium?

No. Pirocam should not be used with lithium. Pirocam 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.

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What are the serious side effects of Pirocam?

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.

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What is the difference between Pirocam and meloxicam?

Both Pirocam 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 Pirocam.

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What is the difference between Pirocam and tramadol?

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

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What is the difference between Pirocam and diclofenac?

Both Pirocam 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 Pirocam.

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