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Feldene

Generic Name: Piroxicam
Product Name: Feldene

• Indication of Feldene
• Action of Feldene
• Dose Advice of Feldene
• Schedule of Feldene
• Common side effects of Feldene
• Uncommon side effects of Feldene

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).

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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.

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Dose Advice of Feldene:

Piroxicam may be taken as tablets or it can be applied to the skin surface

Oral 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.

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