Piroxicam (Feldene) is a non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It helps relieves pain and inflammation related with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis
How to Use Feldene
Capsule :Piroxicam comes as a capsule to take by mouth, can be taken with or without food. Take piroxicam exactly as directed.
Mouth Dissolving Tablets : Consult your doctor for exact dosages and take as directed. Place the tablet under the tongue and let it dissolve. Do not swallow.
Consult a pediatrician for use of this medicine in children.
Feldene Side Effects
Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
Headache
Dizziness
Nervousness
Stomach Pain/Cramps
Vomiting
Diarrhea/Constipation/Gas
Bloody Diarrhea
Black/Tarry Stools
Ringing in the ears
Swelling of any body parts
Skin Rash/Itching
Feldene Interaction
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to the formulation of this medicine or any other medicine.
High Blood Pressure Medicine
Platlet affecting medicine
Aspirin-like Medicines
Herbal Products
Blood Thinners
Cyclosporine
Methotrexate
Pemetrexed
Entecavir
Diuretics
Cidofovir
Alcohol
NSAIDs
Feldene Overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911
Feldene Notes
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
Inform your doctor if you concieve while taking piroxicam.
If you are having surgery, inform your doctor that you are taking piroxicam.
Feldene Missed Dose
Do not take a double doses to make up for a missed one.
Feldene Uses
Piroxicam is used to relieve the pain, tenderness, inflammation, & stiffness caused by arthritis.
Feldene Other Uses
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
Feldene Storage
Store at room temperature between 59—86 degrees F, away from heat and light.
Feldene Precaution
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication.
Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had :
High Blood Pressure
Any Stomach Problems
Liver/Heart/Kidney Disease
Any Other Gastrointestinal Disease