What is Piroxicam?
CATEGORY: Prescription Drugs
TYPES:Generic: PiroxicamBrand:
Piroxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication (NSAID) used to provide relief from pain, tenderness, swelling, and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
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How do members experience Piroxicam?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inflammation | 23 | 13 | |
| Fibromyalgia | 18 | 11 | |
| Pain | 10 | 4 | |
| Stiffness/spasticity | 8 | 1 | |
| Rheumatoid arthritis | 4 | 2 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Constipation | 1 | |
| Gastric ulcer pain | 1 | |
| Headaches | 1 | |
| Heartburn | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 2 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 6 | |
| None | 29 |
Member evaluations
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rv030193
evaluated on Oct 24, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for chronic pain: None
- Side effects: None
YellowRoseTX
evaluated on Nov 20, 2010
- Perceived effectiveness for inflammation: Moderate
- Side effects: None
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