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Piroxicam 40 MG Injection
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Piroxicam 40 MG Injection

Manufactured byPfizer Ltd.
ContainsPiroxicam
Description
Piroxicam 40 MG Injection is used to relieve pain and swelling associated with conditions that affect joints such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It blocks the action of chemical messengers in your body that cause pain and swelling. Piroxicam 40 MG Injection shows some side effects like reactions in injection site (such as pain, redness, and swelling), stomach pain, indigestion, diarrhoea, headache, vertigo (a spinning sensation) and drowsiness. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a long time. Piroxicam 40 MG Injection is given by a qualified health care professional in a hospital or clinic. Do not take the medication on your own. The dose and duration of the injection will be decided and given by your doctor depending upon your health condition. Piroxicam 40 MG Injection may possibly interact with other medicines. Inform your doctor about any other health issues you have or if you are undergoing any medical treatment before receiving this injection. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Piroxicam 40 MG Injection

Brexic 40 MG Injection
Wockhardt Ltd.
Dolonex 40 MG Injection
Pfizer Ltd.
Pirox 40 MG Injection
Cipla Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Piroxicam 40 MG Injection

  • Stomach pain
  • Constipation
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Excessive air or gas in stomach
  • Loss of strength
  • Restlessness
  • Change in appetite
  • Pain at the injection site

Uses of Piroxicam 40 MG Injection

What is it prescribed for?

  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Piroxicam 40 MG Injection to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Piroxicam 40 MG Injection remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Do not consume alcohol if you are on treatment with Piroxicam 40 MG Injection. Alcohol may increase the risk of side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, breathing difficulties, etc.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit forming tendencies were reported for Piroxicam 40 MG Injection.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Piroxicam 40 MG Injection may cause complications in the development of your foetus. Hence your doctor may advise a safer alternative with the same medicinal effect based on your clinical condition.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Avoid taking Piroxicam 40 MG Injection if you are breastfeeding as this medicine may be excreted in your breast milk and harm your baby. A safer alternative with the same medicinal effect based on your clinical condition would be advised by your doctor.

Allergy

Avoid taking Piroxicam 40 MG Injection if you are allergic to it. Contact your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms like rashes, itching/swelling (particularly of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, and breathing difficulty.

Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)

Piroxicam 40 MG Injection may increase your risk of heart attack or stroke (damage to the brain due to interrupted blood flow). Hence, it is not recommended for use if you have undergone recent heart surgery.

Gastro-intestinal bleeding

Piroxicam 40 MG Injection may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding. It is not recommended for use if you have a known history of gastrointestinal bleeding because this medicine may worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Piroxicam 40 MG Injection may cause complications in the development of your foetus. Hence your doctor may advise a safer alternative with the same medicinal effect based on your clinical condition.

Breast-feeding

Avoid taking Piroxicam 40 MG Injection if you are breastfeeding as this medicine may be excreted in your breast milk and harm your baby. A safer alternative with the same medicinal effect based on your clinical condition would be advised by your doctor.
General warnings

Skin reactions

Piroxicam 40 MG Injection may lead to skin reactions such as rash, blisters, fever, itching, or any other sign of hypersensitivity, especially when used for a long time. Inform your doctor if you notice such side effects.

Driving or operating machines

Piroxicam 40 MG Injection may cause dizziness or drowsiness. It is recommended that you do not perform any activities such as driving vehicles or operating machines if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Intestinal bleeding

Piroxicam 40 MG Injection may cause intestinal bleeding. If you have severe stomach pain or any sign of bleeding in the stomach or intestines, such as passing black or bloodstained bowel movements or vomiting blood, immediately report it to your doctor.

Missed Dose

Since Piroxicam 40 MG Injection is given in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the chances of a missed dose are very low.

Overdose

As Piroxicam 40 MG Injection is given in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Do not consume alcohol if you are on treatment with Piroxicam 40 MG Injection. Alcohol may increase the risk of side effects like dizziness, drowsiness, difficulty concentrating, breathing difficulties, etc.
Interaction with Medicine

Warfarin

Anisindione

Celecoxib

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Piroxicam 40 MG Injection should be used with special care if you have any liver problems or have been reported with any abnormality in your liver function tests. This medicine is metabolised in your liver and pre-existing liver problems can lead to the accumulation of this medicine causing liver damage.

Kidney Disease

Piroxicam 40 MG Injection should be used with special care if you are suffering from kidney problems. This medicine may cause damage to your kidneys if used for a long time.

Fluid Retention and edema

Oedema is a condition of fluid retention in your body. You should use Piroxicam 40 MG Injection with caution if you have the swelling disorder as it may increase fluid retention in your body. Your doctor may adjust an appropriate dose or prescribe an alternative based on your clinical condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Piroxicam 40 MG Injection is usually given in a clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to your doctor before receiving this medicine.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Piroxicam 40 MG Injection works by blocking the action of chemical messengers in your body that causes pain and swelling.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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