Piroxicam
Indications
- Rheumatoid arthritis (initiated by a specialist), Osteoarthritis (initiated by a specialist), Ankylosing spondylitis (initiated by a specialist)
- Pain relief in musculoskeletal conditions, Treatment in knee or hand osteoarthritis (adjunct)
Drug Interactions
17 drug interactions identified for Piroxicam. Check the full interaction details, severity ratings, and clinical recommendations in the MedNext app.
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Cautions
With systemic use Allergic disorders; cardiac impairment (NSAIDs may impair renal function); cerebrovascular disease; coagulation defects; connective-tissue disorders; dehydration (risk of renal impai...
Side Effects
General side-effects: Common or very common Gastrointestinal discomfort; gastrointestinal disorders; nausea; skin reactions Rare or very rare Severe cutaneous adverse reactions (SCARs) Frequency not k...
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Source: MedNext Audited Proprietary Dataset
Last reviewed: 2026
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