This eMedTV segment provides an overview of piroxicam, a prescription medication used to relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. This page covers piroxicam side effects, how the drug works, overdose symptoms, and other topics.
Common side effects of piroxicam include swelling, unexplained rash, and nausea. This page on the eMedTV Web site provides a list of several common and rare side effects of this drug, as well as serious side effects like chest pain and liver damage.
This segment of the eMedTV archives explains that piroxicam is used for treating symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. The relief of symptoms of lupus and chronic fatigue syndrome is among the drug's off-label uses.
As this eMedTV page explains, for osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, the starting piroxicam dosage is 20 mg once daily or 10 mg twice daily. This page suggests talking with your doctor if you have questions about how and when to take piroxicam.
Drugs that can potentially interact with piroxicam include warfarin and Trexall. This eMedTV Web page explores drug interactions with piroxicam, which can raise your risk of bleeding and reduce the effectiveness of ACE inhibitors and diuretics.
This eMedTV article talks about several precautions and warnings with piroxicam, such as possible drug interactions and side effects. This page also provides a list of things to tell your doctor before taking the drug, such as whether you smoke.
This part of the eMedTV library offers an overview of generic piroxicam, which is sold under the name Piroxicam capsules. This page lists companies that manufacture generic versions, as well as some strengths in which the drug is available.
