Uses / Indications:
Micropec 20mg Tablet is used in pain relief. It relieves pain and inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.
Pregnancy interaction:
Micropec 20mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach. It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time. Micropec can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Side Effects:
Abdominal pain, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Epigastric pain, Flatulence, Nausea, Vomiting, Indigestion.
How to use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Micropec 20mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works:
Micropec 20mg Tablet is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation (pain and swelling).
Faq for medicine:
What is the difference between Micropec and diclofenac? : Both Micropec 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 Micropec.|What is the difference between Micropec and naproxen? : Both Micropec 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 Micropec.|What is the difference between Micropec and meloxicam? : Both Micropec 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 Micropec.|What is the difference between Micropec and ketoprofen? : Both Micropec 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 Micropec. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.|What is the difference between Micropec and tramadol? : Micropec 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 Micropec and nimesulide? : Both Micropec and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Micropec 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 Micropec 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 Micropec or any painkiller in the case of any fever with joint pain. Consult your doctor before starting Micropec.|Are Micropec and aspirin same? : No. Micropec 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 Micropec be used along with dexamethasone? : No. Micropec should not be used with dexamethasone. They both increase each other's toxicity. There is an increased risk of GI ulceration.|Can Micropec be used with methocarbamol? : Yes. Methocarbamol can be used with Micropec as no serious side effects are known. Inform your doctor before starting any of the medication.|Can Micropec be used along with paracetamol? : Yes. Paracetamol can be used with Micropec as no serious side effects are known. Inform your doctor before starting any of the medication.|Is Micropec a NSAID? : Yes. Micropec is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).|Is Micropec a sulfa drug? : Micropec is a sulphur containing compound. Micropec 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 Micropec a blood thinner? : No. Micropec is not a blood thinner. It is a pain killer. It should be avoided in a patient with a bleeding disorder. |Is Micropec a muscle relaxant? : No. Micropec is not a muscle relaxant. It is a pain killer which acts on COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) enzyme.|Is Micropec a narcotic? : No. Micropec 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 Micropec be used in hypertension? : No. Micropec is not a medication to control hypertension. It is important to note that Micropec decreases the effectiveness of the antihypertensive medication when given together. Inform your doctor if you are taking antihypertensive medications before starting Micropec.|Can Micropec be used along with Losartan? : No. Micropec should not be combined with Losartan. It is important to note that Micropec 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 Micropec.|Can Micropec be used with Lisinopril? : No. Micropec should be avoided with lisinopril. It is important to note that piroxicam decreases the effectiveness of the antihypertensive medication like lisinopril when given together leading to failure of antihypertensive therapy. Inform your doctor if you are taking antihypertensive medications before starting Micropec.|Can Micropec be used with calcium channel blocker? : Yes. Micropec 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 Micropec be used with Tizanidine? : Yes, Micropec 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.|Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Micropec? : Yes. Micropec can be combined with beta-cyclodextrin. Research has shown that combining Micropec with beta-cyclodextrin leads to faster onset of action of piroxicam and reduced gastric side effects.|Are there any alternatives of Micropec? : Yes. There are alternatives to Micropec. Pain killers are prescribed according to the disease condition. Consult your doctor before starting piroxicam or changing it to other medication.|What are the contraindications for Micropec? : 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 Micropec be used in the treatment of allergy? : No. Micropec is not a drug to treat allergy. It is a pain killer.|How long does Micropec work? : Micropec 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 you get high by using Micropec? : No. Micropec is not known to cause high. It is a non-narcotic painkiller.|Can Micropec be used to treat menstrual cramp? : Micropec 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 Micropec for a migraine? : Micropec is not approved for the treatment of migraine. Research studies have shown that Micropec is effective in significantly decreasing the pain associated with migraine without aura.|Is Micropec effective in back pain management? : Yes. It can be given for decreasing the back pain. However, you should consult your doctor for the exact cause of your back pain and then start the treatment. Do not self-medicate yourself with Micropec as the cause of back pain can be different for different person.|Is Micropec affective in gout management? : Yes. Micropec can be given for the treatment of acute gout. Research studies have shown Micropec to be highly effective in the treatment of acute gout.|Can you donate blood when on the medication with Micropec? : Yes. You can donate blood when on Micropec. Do inform your doctor before donating blood.|Can I use Micropec if I am a diabetic? : Micropec 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 Micropec so taking piroxicam can lead to increased risk of renal failure by many folds.|Can I use Micropec if I have a deranged renal function? : No. Micropec 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.|Can Micropec lead to skin reactions? : Yes. Micropec 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.|Can I use Micropec if I am pregnant? : No. Micropec 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 Micropec if I have peptic ulcer disease? : No. Micropec is contraindicated in cases of active peptic ulcer disease. Micropec is known to cause gastric ulceration and bleeding.|Can I use Micropec 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 Micropec lead to difficulty in conception? : Yes. Micropec 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 Micropec be used with diuretics? : No. Micropec should not be used with diuretics. Micropec reduces the natriuretic effect of furosemide and thiazides diuretics in some patients. This response has been attributed to inhibition of renal prostaglandin synthesis.|Can Micropec be used with lithium? : No. Micropec should not be used with lithium. Micropec 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.|Can Micropec be used with warfarin? : No. Micropec 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.|What increases the chances of getting a gastric ulcer when I am already taking Micropec? : 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.|Who should not take a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)/ Micropec? : Patients who had an asthma attack, hives, or other allergic reaction with aspirin or any other NSAID medicine or for pain right before or after heart bypass surgery.|What are the serious side effects of Micropec? : 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.
Medicine interaction:
Micropec with Oxyphenbutazone|Micropec with Nimesulide|Micropec with Metamizole / Dipyrone
