healthsense Piroxicam Dispersible Tablets

Generic Name: Piroxicam
Product Name: healthsense Piroxicam Dispersible Tablets

Indication

Piroxicam is used to relieve pain and inflammation in the following conditions:

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Osteoarthritis
• Ankylosing spondylitis
• Superficial sporting injuries

Action

Piroxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs relieve pain and inflammation by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins, which have an important involvement in the production of inflammation, pain and fever in the body.

Dose advice

• The recommended initial dose is 10 mg once a day.
• The usual dose range is 10-20 mg once a day
• Doses greater than 20 mg a day carry an increased risk of adverse effects and are not recommended.

Schedule

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Common side effects

• Nausea and vomiting
• Heartburn
• Stomach ulcers
• Diarrhoea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Salt and fluid retention
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Constipation
• Flatulence
• Appetite loss
• Stomach cramps

Uncommon side effects

• High potassium levels
• Kidney function impairment
• Confusion
• Asthma
• Rash
• Ulceration of the oesophagus
• Heart failure

For further information talk to your doctor.