Piroxicam

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug from the Piroxicame group.

IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Pain with arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, pain with arthrosis or other underlying diseases.

Dosage and method of useThis section has been translated automatically.

  • Topical: Gel/Cream: Apply 3-4 times/day approx. 1 g and massage in.
  • Systemic: Tbl/injection method: Initial for 2 days: 20-40 mg in 1-2 doses p.o. or 20 mg once/day i.m. Subsequently (also as initial dose for lighter cases): 2 times/day 10 mg p.o. or once/day 20 mg p.o. or once/day 20 mg i.m.

Standard concentrationThis section has been translated automatically.

0.5% in ointments or gel.

Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.

  • Common (10-20% of patients): Gastrointestinal symptoms such as heartburn, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain.
  • Occasionally (1-10% of patients): Cutaneous side effects such as maculopapular exanthema, urticaria. Occasional increase in transaminases (in rare cases hepatitis or pancreatitis).
  • Rarely (about 5% of patients: fatigue, paresthesia, dizziness).

ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Children/adolescents < 18 years. Hypersensitivity to the substance or cross-reactions to other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs ( including acetylsalicylic acid ). Active stomach or intestinal ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding. Severe liver or kidney failure.

PreparationsThis section has been translated automatically.

Felden, Piroxicam-ratiopharm, Felden top cream, Felden top gel

Note(s)This section has been translated automatically.

Remember! The ability to react in road traffic and when operating machines may be impaired!

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020