Piroxicam is used primarily for the treatment of rheumatoid diseases: piroxicam reduces pain, joint swelling and morning stiffness, and improves the functionality of the joints during chronic polyarthritis.
Oxicam; Anti-inflammatory & antirheumatic products, NSAID
Piroxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain and help relieve symptoms of arthritis (eg, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis), such as inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain. However, this medicine does not cure arthritis and will help only as long as continue to use it.
ORAL Rheumatic disorders: Adult: Initially, 20 mg daily as a single dose. Maintenance: 10-30 mg in single or divided doses. Acute gout: Adult: 40 mg daily for 5-7 days. Acute musculoskeletal disorders; Postoperative pain: Adult: Initially, 40 mg daily given for 2 days. Maintenance: 20 mg daily for 1-2 wk. Juvenile idiopathic arthritis: Child: 6 yr: <15 kg: 5mg, 16-25 kg: 10mg, 26-45 kg: 15 mg, 46 kg: 20 mg. Doses to be taken once daily. TOPICAL/CUTANEOUS Local pain relief: Adult: Apply a 0.5% gel 3-4 times daily over the affected area. Treatment should be reviewed after 4 wk.
Using this medicine with any of the following medicines is not recommended. Your doctor may decide not to treat you with this medication or change some of the other medicines you take.
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Hypersensitivity, active peptic ulceration, porphyria, pregnancy (3rd trimester) & lactation. Elderly, childn <12 yr. Patients w/ infections, asthma, allergic disorders, haemorrhagic disorders or hypertension. Impaired renal, hepatic or cardiac function. Monitor for signs of liver, kidney, blood or eye disorders.
GI disturbances, peptic ulcer, GI bleeding, headache, dizziness, blurred vision, tinnitus, skin rashes & pruritus. Haematological changes & photosensitivity. Thrombocytopaenia & acute nephropathy. Toxic epidermal necrolysis & Stevens- Johnson syndrome.
An increased risk of miscarriage if you take piroxicam or other NSAIDs during the first part of your pregnancy. Finally, if you take it later in the pregnancy there is a chance that the baby will have heart problems, kidney problems or bleeding in the brain. In general, to minimize possible adverse effects, NSAIDs or paracetamol should be taken at or shortly after breastfeeding. Drugs with a long plasma half-life, such as piroxicam, are not recommended during lactation; however, paracetamol and most NSAIDs are compatible with breastfeeding.
Store at temperature of below 30°C, protect from light & moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
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