Piroxicam Topical
Uses
Piroxicam Gel is used in the treatment and management of musculo-skeletal pain and arthralgia. Piroxicam is used to treat pain or inflammation mainly caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
How it Works
Piroxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug or a NSAID. Piroxicam works blocking the release of prostaglandin in the body that cause pain and inflammation thus reducing these symptoms and relieving the pain. Piroxicam can be dangerous if not consumed as per advised by the doctor, it can increase the risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, especially if you use this drug long term or take high doses without consulting with your doctor first, or if you have heart disease.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Piroxicam Gel can include the symptoms below;
Bloating,
Upper abdominal or stomach pain,
Cloudy urine,
Constipation,
Decrease in urine output,
Headache,
Heartburn,
Indigestion,
Bloody or black stools,
Itching skin or rash,
Loss of appetite,
Nausea or vomiting,
Pale skin