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Doromex 20mg Injection

by Paksons Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Piroxicam (20mg/ml)

₹16

Doromex 20mg Injection

Introduction to Doromex 20mg Injection

It is a pain-relieving medicine that helps in treating moderate to severe pain. 

  • This medicine relieves pain and swelling in conditions related to muscles and joints. 
  • It is generally injected when oral administration is not suitable.

Safety Advice for Doromex 20mg Injection

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with this drug. Please consult your doctor.

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It is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it may pose risk to the developing baby. Please consult your doctor.

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It is considered to be safe to use during breastfeeding. The drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

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It may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

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It should be used cautiously in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of the drug may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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The drug should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of drug may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

How Doromex 20mg Injection works

It 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).

How To Use Doromex 20mg Injection

  • Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
  • You should keep receiving the medicine until the doctor says it is okay to stop using the medicine.
  • Strictly follow the dose and duration suggested by a healthcare professional.

Special Precautions About Doromex 20mg Injection

  • If side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know.
  • Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease.
  • Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine.
  • Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers must consult with their doctors before using the medicine.

Benefits Of Doromex 20mg Injection

  • Helps to relieve pain in conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Side Effects Of Doromex 20mg Injection

  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Doromex 20mg Injection

  • Don't skip any drug of the dose. If forgotten, take it once remembered.
  • If the next dose time is near, skip the missed one.
  • Avoid doubling to compensate. Follow this routine for safe and effective usage.
  • For guidance on managing missed doses, consult your healthcare provider, ensuring proper adherence to the prescribed regimen.

Health And Lifestyle

Avoid overuse of alcohol. Maintain Balance diet and stay hydrated. If you are regularly exercising than incorporate light exercise to manage pain and Inflammation better.

Drug Interaction

  • Anticoagulants (e.g., Warfarin)
  • Antihypertensives (e.g., ACE inhibitors)

Drug Food Interaction

  • Alcohol
  • Grapefruit Juice

Disease Explanation

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Pain- Pain signals the nervous system that something may be wrong, and can be sharp or dull, coming or going. It can be experienced in one area or all over. There are two types of pain: acute and chronic. Acute pain, sudden and often treated, can go away, while chronic pain can last for years and cause severe problems.

FAQ's on Doromex 20mg Injection

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Doromex?

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

Can Doromex be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Doromex 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 Doromex be used with Lisinopril?

No. Doromex 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 Doromex.

Can I use Doromex if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

Can Doromex be used along with dexamethasone?

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

Can Doromex be used with warfarin?

No. Doromex 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 is the difference between Doromex and naproxen?

Both Doromex 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 Doromex.

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

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.

Can Doromex be used with lithium?

No. Doromex should not be used with lithium. Doromex 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 Doromex 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 Doromex or any painkiller in the case of any fever with joint pain. Consult your doctor before starting Doromex.

What increases the chances of getting a gastric ulcer when I am already taking Doromex?

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.

Is Doromex a narcotic?

No. Doromex 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 Doromex be used with methocarbamol?

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

What is the difference between Doromex and meloxicam?

Both Doromex 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 Doromex.

What are the serious side effects of Doromex?

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.

Is Doromex affective in gout management?

Yes. Doromex can be given for the treatment of acute gout. Research studies have shown Doromex to be highly effective in the treatment of acute gout.

What is the difference between Doromex and nimesulide?

Both Doromex and nimesulide are pain killers. However, Doromex 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.

Are there any alternatives of Doromex?

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

Can Doromex lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Doromex 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 Doromex if I have a deranged renal function?

No. Doromex 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 I use Doromex for a migraine?

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

Is Doromex a muscle relaxant?

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

Is Doromex 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 Doromex as the cause of back pain can be different for different person.

Is Doromex a sulfa drug?

Doromex is a sulphur containing compound. Doromex 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.

Can Doromex be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

What is the difference between Doromex and tramadol?

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

Can Doromex be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Doromex 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.

Can Doromex be used along with Losartan?

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

What is the difference between Doromex and diclofenac?

Both Doromex 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 Doromex.

Can you get high by using Doromex?

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

What are the contraindications for Doromex?

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 I use Doromex if I am a diabetic?

Doromex 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 Doromex so taking piroxicam can lead to increased risk of renal failure by many folds.

What is the difference between Doromex and ketoprofen?

Both Doromex 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 Doromex. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Can Doromex be used along with paracetamol?

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

Can Doromex be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Doromex 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 Doromex lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Doromex 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 Doromex if I am pregnant?

No. Doromex 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 Doromex 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 Doromex a NSAID?

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

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Doromex?

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

Can Doromex be used in hypertension?

No. Doromex is not a medication to control hypertension. It is important to note that Doromex decreases the effectiveness of the antihypertensive medication when given together. Inform your doctor if you are taking antihypertensive medications before starting Doromex.

Are Doromex and aspirin same?

No. Doromex 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.

How long does Doromex work?

Doromex 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.

Is Doromex a blood thinner?

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

Can Doromex be used with diuretics?

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

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Rakshita Garg

M.Pharma

Content Updated on

Saturday, 27 July, 2024

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Doromex 20mg Injection

by Paksons Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Piroxicam (20mg/ml)

₹16

Doromex 20mg Injection

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