What Is Piroxicam Used For?

Symptoms of osteoarthritis; rheumatoid arthritis; and several other conditions related to pain, inflammation, swelling, and stiffness can often be relieved with piroxicam. Off-label uses include treating symptoms of gout, juvenile arthritis, and systemic lupus erythematosus. The medication is not approved for use in children.

Piroxicam Drug

Piroxicam Uses: An Overview

Piroxicam (Feldene^®) is a prescription medication that has been licensed to treat several conditions related to pain, inflammation, swelling, and stiffness.

Specific uses for piroxicam include the relief of:

Piroxicam is not a cure for the types of arthritis mentioned, however, nor does it slow down the progression of the disease.

How Does Piroxicam Work?

Piroxicam and other NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) work by inhibiting the action of certain hormones, called prostaglandins, that cause inflammation and pain in the body. By blocking the effects of prostaglandins, piroxicam can help alleviate pain, inflammation, and joint swelling associated with different forms of arthritis.

Can Piroxicam Be Used by Children?

Piroxicam is not approved for use in children.

Off-Label Uses for Piroxicam

On occasion, your healthcare provider may recommend piroxicam for something other than the conditions discussed in this article. This is called an "off-label" use. Some examples of off-label piroxicam uses include the relief of:

Juvenile arthritis symptoms
Mild to moderate pain, such as lower back pain, neck pain, or leg pain
Fibromyalgia symptoms
Gout symptoms
Chronic fatigue syndrome symptoms
Symptoms of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE for short or lupus)
Pain or inflammation caused by other conditions.