Piroxicam is an NSAID or
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for effectively
treating fever, pain, and inflammation in the body. The drug is
non-narcotic reliever of mild to moderate pain of many types,
including injury, menstrual cramps, arthritis, and other
musculoskeletal conditions. Its anti- inflammatory potency is
similar to indomethacin and analgesic action is greater than
aspirin. It has useful antipyretic property. The drug is available
in capsule form in doses of 10mg, 20mg
Brand Name: Feldene
Dosage
Rheumatoid Arthritis, osteoarthritis, Spondylitis: 20 mg
daily as single dose.
Maintenance: 10-30 mg
Acute gout: 40 mg daily as a single dose
Maintenance dose: 40 mg as single or divided doses for 4-6
days.
Contra-Indications: Hypersensitivity, Pregnancy, Children
patients who develop asthma or allergy with other inflammatory
drugs, lactation
Side Effects
The drug has certain side effects, that can affect individuals in
different ways. The following are some of the side effects, that are
often associated with the drug:
- Heart burn
- Nausea
- Anorexia
- Rashes
- Oedema
- C.N.S. Manifestations
Disclaimer: The above information is for general
understanding of the visitor. Please consult a registered medical
practitioner before taking the aforesaid medicine.
