Feldene Medication - Uses & Side Effects

Generic Name: Piroxicam

Piroxicam is in a class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Piroxicam works by reducing hormones that may cause inflammation and pain in the body. It is effective in treating fever, pain, and inflammation in the body. As a group, NSAIDs are non-narcotic relievers of mild to moderate pain of many causes, including injury, menstrual cramps, arthritis, and other musculoskeletal conditions.

Feldene Dosage

• For Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis, the usual dose is 20 milligrams a day in one dose. Your doctor may also divide this dose into smaller ones.
• The safety and effectiveness of Feldene have not been established in children.

Uses of Feldene

• Piroxicam is used to reduce the pain, inflammation, and stiffness caused by rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
• Piroxicam may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Side Effects of Feldene

If you are taking this medication, then discuss the side effects with your doctor. If you feel any change in intensity, then you should tell your doctor. Because only your doctor can determine if it is safe to continue using Feldene. Side effects may include:

• Abdominal pain or discomfort
• anemia
• constipation
• diarrhea
• dizziness
• fluid retention
• gas
• general feeling of ill health
• headache
• heartburn
• itching
• loss of appetite
• nausea
• rash
• ringing in ears
• sleepiness
• stomach ulcers or bleeding
• stomach upset
• vertigo
• vomiting

Warnings and precautions before taking Feldene:

• If you have heart disease, or high blood pressure, or other conditions that cause fluid retention, then you should use this drug with caution. Because feldene can increase water retention.
• Drugs such as Feldene may also cause eye disturbances in some people. If you develop visual problems, then notify your eye doctor.
• This medicine should be taken with or after food.

Drug Interaction :-

If you are taking certain drugs with Feldene, then it may decreased, increased or altered the effects of Feldene medicine. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Feldene with the following:

• Anticoagulants (blood thinners such as Coumadin)
  
• Blood pressure medications known as ACE inhibitors, including Accupril, Altace, Mavik, Prinivil, and Zestril
  
• Furosemide (Lasix)
  
• Lithium (Lithobid, Lithonate)
  
• Methotrexate (Rheumatrex)
  
• Thiazide-type water pills such as HydroDIURIL

Overdose

When you are taking Feldene, and you feel that overdose is suspected then contact your doctor immediately. Symptoms of an Feldene overdose may include:-

• Drowsiness
• nausea
• stomach pain
• vomiting