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Feldene - Basic Information

 

Indication of Feldene:

Piroxicam is used to relieve pain and inflammation in the following conditions: - Rheumatoid arthritis- Osteoarthritis- Ankylosing spondylitis- Superficial sporting injuries- Conditions of the muscle (ie. Leiomyosarcoma of muscle).

Action of Feldene:

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 of Feldene:

Piroxicam may be taken as tablets or it can be applied to the skin surfaceOral dosing (Tablets): - 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 Topical dosing (Cream applied to skin): - Apply Piroxicam to the affected area 3-4 times a day.

Schedule of Feldene:

S4

Common side effects of Feldene:

- Nausea- Heartburn- Stomach ulcers- Diarrhoea- headache- Dizziness- Salt and fluid retention- high blood pressure- Constipation- Flatulence- Loss of appetite- Stomach crampsWhen Piroxicam is applied to the skin it may cause skin irritation, itching and a rash.

Uncommon side effects of Feldene:

- High potassium levels- Kidney function impairment- Confusion- Asthma- Rash- Ulceration of the oesophagus- Heart failureWhen Piroxicam is applied to the skin it may cause shortness of breath, nausea, heartburn, abdominal pain, dermatitis, increased sensitivity to light, swelling of the feet and ankles and allergic reactions.

Diseases treated by Feldene:

Ankylosing Spondylitis Calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease (Chondrocalcinosis, Pseudogout) Cervical Spondylosis Frozen Shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) Leiomyosarcoma of Muscle Medial epicondylitis (medial tennis elbow, Golfers elbow) Osteoarthritis Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)

Treatments associated with Feldene:

NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) (NSAIDs (Selective and Non-Selective COX Inhibitors))


GN: Piroxicam

Con: Ankylosing spondylitis

Cla: NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs)