Piroxicam (Feldene)

Generic Piroxicam (Feldene)

Piroxicam (Feldene) is used to relieve pain, tenderness, swelling, and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis (arthritis caused by a breakdown of the lining of the joints) and rheumatoid arthritis (arthritis caused by swelling of the lining of the joints). Piroxicam works by blocking certain substances in the body that cause pain, inflammation, and fever.

Piroxicam Information :

Uses :

One medication that relieves pain is piroxicam capsule. It is used to treat moderate to severe pain in rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It aids in the reduction of joint and muscle pain and edema.

It is recommended to take piroxicam capsules with food. By doing this, you can avoid experiencing gastrointestinal distress. What you are taking it for and how well it relieves your symptoms will determine the dosage and length of time. Even if you feel better, you should continue taking the medication until your doctor gives the all-clear.

Precautions & Warnings :

You should inform your doctor before using it if you have a history of liver or renal illness, high blood pressure, heart disease, or stomach ulcers. Inform your doctor of all the medications you are taking as well, since they may have an impact on or be impacted by this medication. Before using the medication, women who are pregnant or nursing should speak with their doctors.

Side Effects :

The following is a brief summary of some of the mild side effects that oral Piroxicam tablets may have. Consult your physician or pharmacist, or review the prescribing information for Piroxicam oral tablet, to find out about additional mild side effects.

Piroxicam oral tablet mild side effects that have been documented include

• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Headache
• Dizziness

Many medications have mild side effects that usually go away in a few days or weeks. Consult your physician or pharmacist, though, if they start to cause you problems.

Interactions :

You may experience interactions with other drugs, vitamins, or herbs if you use piroxicam orally. When a chemical alters a drug’s mechanism of action, this is called an interaction. This may be detrimental or hinder the medication’s effectiveness.

Your doctor should closely monitor all of your prescriptions to help prevent interactions. Make careful to disclose to your doctor all of the vitamins, herbs, and prescriptions you are taking. Consult your physician or pharmacist to learn how this medication may affect other medications you are taking.

Overdose :

If someone has overdosed and is experiencing severe symptoms, such as unconsciousness or difficulty breathing, call 911. If not, immediately contact a poison control center.

Missed Dose : 

Try to take it at the same day every day. Do not double the dose if missed.

Storage :

Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep all medications away from children and pets.