FELXICAM 20 x 100 CAPSULES
Brand Name: Hovid POM.
Generic Name: Piroxicam.
Strength: 20mg
Class: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
Form: Capsules.
Pack size: 100 Capsules.
Amount: ₦5,600.

Description: Piroxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain or inflammation caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.

Key features:
-Used to treat symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
-Long half-life, requiring a progressive response over several weeks.
-May cause stomach bleeding and ulcers.

Side effects:
– Common side effects: diarrhea, dizziness, headache, heartburn, nausea.
-Less common side effects: anemia, constipation, fever, vomiting.

Caution:
– Avoid drinking alcohol.
– Avoid taking aspirin while taking piroxicam.
– Use caution in patients with heart disease, high blood pressure, or risk factors for heart disease.
– Monitor blood pressure levels.