Leaflet N-PIROXICAM MEDUMAN 20mg tablets
Indicated for: pain and inflammation
Route of administration: oral
Substance: pyroxycam (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug)
ATC: M01AC01 (Musculo-skeletal system | Antiinflammatory and antirheumatic products, non-steroids | Oxicams)
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight or UV radiation.
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
This medicine may affect the kidneys.
Use during pregnancy only on medical advice.
This medicine may increase the risk of bleeding.
This medicine may increase the risk of ulcer or gastrointestinal bleeding.
Piroxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for the treatment of pain and inflammation associated with conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and other musculoskeletal disorders. It works by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis, reducing inflammation and pain.
The medication is administered orally or as a topical gel, as directed by a doctor, usually once daily. It is important for patients to follow the recommended dosage and avoid long-term use without medical supervision.
Patients should be aware of potential side effects, such as nausea, abdominal pain, or allergic reactions. It is important to inform the doctor of any unusual symptoms.
Common side effects include nausea, abdominal pain, and gastrointestinal disturbances. In rare cases, severe reactions such as gastric ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, or allergic reactions may occur. Patients should be informed of these risks before use.
General data about N-PIROXICAM MEDUMAN 20mg
- Substance: pyroxycam
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-07-2014
- Product code: W10488001
- Concentration: 20mg
- Pharmaceutical form: tablets
- Quantity: 20
- Product type: Generic medicine
- Prescription status: P-6L - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is not retained by the pharmacy and may be renewed; the prescription may be used for 6 months from the date of issue.
Pharmaceutical forms available for pyroxycam
Concentrations available for pyroxycam
- 0.5%
- 0.5g%
- 1%
- 10mg/g
- 20mg
- 20mg/ml
- 20mg/sachet
- 3%
- 30mg/g
- 40mg
- 5mg/g