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Piroxicam

Piroxicam is an NSAID used for selected painful inflammatory arthritis. Listed uses include Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis.

Feldene

Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis

10 · 20mg

Piroxicam 10mg and 20mg hard capsules, used for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. An oxicam NSAID taken by mouth.

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Key points

  • Its long persistence can prolong gastrointestinal, kidney and cardiovascular adverse effects.
  • Do not combine it with another NSAID unless directed.
  • Black stools, chest pain or very little urine needs urgent care.

Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.

Important safety checks

Ulcer history, kidney, liver or heart disease, asthma, pregnancy and anticoagulants require review.

When to seek urgent care

Seek urgent help for vomiting blood, black stools, chest pain, one-sided weakness, breathing difficulty or very little urine.

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