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Piricam Gel 30 gm in 1 tube

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Piricam Gel is a product of Zydus Cadila

Composition: Piroxicam (0.5% w/w)

Pack of 30 gm

₹ 27.00

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All Details About Piricam Gel

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Piricam Gel

Description:

Piricam Gel is a pain relieving medicine. It is applied topically to treat moderate to severe pain. It helps relieve pain and swelling or various joints and muscles.

Piricam Gel is only meant for external use and should be used strictly as advised by your doctor. A thin layer of the medicine should be massaged into the affected areas with clean and dry hands. Avoid getting in contact with your eyes, nose, or mouth. In case of accidental contact, you should rinse it thoroughly with plenty of water.

It is usually safe with little or no side effects. However, it may cause burning sensation and skin irritation at the site of application. They are usually temporary and resolve with time. If they do not get better with time or worsen, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.

Earlier using the medicine, it is important to tell your doctor if you are using or have recently used any other medicines for the same disease or other diseases. To make sure the medicine is safe, pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using the medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

This medicine is for external use only. Employ it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Immaculate and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Piricam

  • No common side effects seen
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Piricam Gel may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Piricam Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Piricam Gel via licking.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established

FAQs:

Q. Can Piricam Gel 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 Piricam Gel or any painkiller in the case of any fever with joint pain. Consult your doctor before starting Piricam Gel.

Q. Can Piricam Gel be used along with dexamethasone?

No. Piricam Gel should not be used with dexamethasone. They both increase each other's toxicity. There is an increased risk of GI ulceration.

Q. Is Piricam Gel a NSAID?

Affirmative. Piricam Gel is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Q. Is Piricam Gel a sulfa drug?

Piricam Gel is a sulphur containing compound. Piricam Gel 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.

Q. Is Piricam Gel a blood thinner?

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

Q. Can Piricam Gel be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

Q. Can you donate blood when on the medication with Piricam Gel?

Affirmative. You can donate blood when on Piricam Gel. Do inform your doctor before donating blood.

Q. Can I use Piricam Gel if I have a deranged renal function?

No. Piricam Gel 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.

Q. Can I use Piricam Gel if I am pregnant?

No. Piricam Gel 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.

Q. Can I use Piricam Gel if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

Q. Can Piricam Gel be used with warfarin?

No. Piricam Gel 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.

Q. Who should not take Piricam Gel?

Piricam Gel should not be taken by patients who had an asthma attack, hives, or other allergic reaction with aspirin or any other NSAID medicine. It should not be given for treating pain right before or after heart bypass surgery as well.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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