wirox

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This medication is a pain reliever used to treat moderate to severe pain and reduce pain and swelling associated with joint and muscle conditions It contains a nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drug NSAID that inhibits the chemical messengers in the brain responsible for pain and inflammation It is important to use this medication in the dosage and duration recommended by your doctor

Available in 2 variations

Wirox Injection

Piroxicam (NA)

vial of 2 ml Injection

MRP : ₹19

Wirox 20mg Tablet

Piroxicam (20mg)

strip of 10 tablets

MRP : ₹29

Related Faqs

Can Wirox be used with warfarin?

No. Wirox 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 Wirox be used with diuretics?

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

Can Wirox lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Wirox 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 I use Wirox 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.

Can I use Wirox if I am pregnant?

No. Wirox 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.

What are the contraindications for Wirox?

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.