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.
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