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Huch Injection

by Atlantic Pharma Ltd
Piroxicam (20mg/ml)

₹20

Huch Injection

Introduction to Huch 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 Huch 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 Huch 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 Huch 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 Huch 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 Huch Injection

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

Side Effects Of Huch Injection

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

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What If I Missed A Dose Of Huch 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 Huch Injection

Can Huch be used with Tizanidine?

Yes, Huch 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 I use Huch if I have a deranged renal function?

No. Huch 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.

What is the difference between Huch and tramadol?

Huch 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 Huch be used with warfarin?

No. Huch 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 Huch be used with diuretics?

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

Can Huch be used with lithium?

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

What is the difference between Huch and meloxicam?

Both Huch 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 Huch.

Can Huch be used in hypertension?

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

Are there any alternatives of Huch?

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

Can Huch be used along with paracetamol?

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

Can I use Huch for a migraine?

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

Can Huch be used along with Losartan?

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

What is the difference between Huch and naproxen?

Both Huch 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 Huch.

Can I use Huch if I am a diabetic?

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

Is Huch a muscle relaxant?

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

Can Huch be used in the treatment of allergy?

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

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

Can Huch be used along with dexamethasone?

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

What is the difference between Huch and nimesulide?

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

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

Is Huch a narcotic?

No. Huch 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 I use Huch 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.

What are the contraindications for Huch?

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.

What is the difference between Huch and diclofenac?

Both Huch 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 Huch.

Can Huch lead to skin reactions?

Yes. Huch 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 Huch be used with methocarbamol?

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

Why is beta cyclodextrin added to Huch?

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

Can I use Huch if I have peptic ulcer disease?

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

Can you donate blood when on the medication with Huch?

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

Is Huch a NSAID?

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

Is Huch a blood thinner?

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

What are the serious side effects of Huch?

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.

What is the difference between Huch and ketoprofen?

Both Huch 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 Huch. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

Are Huch and aspirin same?

No. Huch 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 Huch be used with calcium channel blocker?

Yes. Huch 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 Huch lead to difficulty in conception?

Yes. Huch 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.

Is Huch a sulfa drug?

Huch is a sulphur containing compound. Huch 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 Huch affective in gout management?

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

Can you get high by using Huch?

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

Can I use Huch if I am pregnant?

No. Huch 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.

How long does Huch work?

Huch 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.

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

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 Huch be used to treat menstrual cramp?

Huch is not approved for the treatment of menstrual cramps. Research studies have shown that piroxicam is quite effective in significantly decreasing the menstrual cramps.

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

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.

Can Huch be used with Lisinopril?

No. Huch 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 Huch.

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Rakshita Garg

M.Pharma

Content Updated on

Saturday, 27 July, 2024

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Huch Injection

by Atlantic Pharma Ltd
Piroxicam (20mg/ml)

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