Piroxicam 40mg Injection

“Piroxicam 40mg Injection”-     Piroxicam  40 MG Injection is used to provide relief from pain and swelling associated with situations that affect joints such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It stops the action of chemical communication in your body that causes pain and swelling.

Piroxicam  40 MG Injection shows some side effects like reactions in the injection site (such as pain, redness, and swelling), stomach pain, indigestion, diarrhea, headache, vertigo (a spinning sensation), and drowsiness. Inform your doctor if you suffer from any side effects for a long time.

Piroxicam  40 MG Injection is given by a qualified healthcare professional in a hospital or clinic. Do not take the medication without consulting your doctor. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of your injection which will be depends on your current health condition.

Piroxicam  40 MG Injection may interact with other medicines. Inform your doctor about any other health problem you have or if you are taking any medical treatment before receiving this injection. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding so consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Medicinal Benefits

Piroxicam 40mg Injection belongs to the group of painkillers known as NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs) used to treat musculoskeletal pain. It is also used to alleviate symptoms connected with osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis, such as stiffness, swelling, and joint pain. Piroxicam 40mg Injection works by stopping the effect of chemical connections in the body, known as cyclo-oxygenase (COX) enzymes that make other chemical prostaglandins. Prostaglandins occur at the injury site and cause pain and swelling. By blocking the effect of COX enzymes, fewer prostaglandins are formed, which decreases mild to moderate pain and inflammation at the injured or damaged site.

Piroxicam Injection Uses

Piroxicam Injection is used to cure, control, reduce, & improve the following diseases, conditions, and symptoms:

•          Swelling, Stiffness, And Joint Pain
•          Osteoarthritis
•          Rheumatoid Arthritis
•          Acute Gout
•          Postoperative Pain
•          Acute Musculoskeletal Conditions

How should I take piroxicam?

• Follow all directions or instructions on your prescription label and read all medical guidelines carefully. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose. Use the lowest dose of medicine that is beneficial in treating your condition.
• It may take up to 2 weeks to improve your symptoms. Keep using the medicine as consulted and tell your healthcare professional if your symptoms do not improve.
• If you use piroxicam long-term, you have to do your medical checkup frequently.
• Store this medicine at room temperature, not from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the medicine as soon as you remember, but skip the missed dose if you are very close to your next dose. 

Side Effects of Piroxicam Injection

• Signs of gastric and ulceration like burning sensation, lot of stomach pain 
• Signs of pancreatitis include tenderness, vomiting, upper abdominal pain
• Gastrointestinal bleeding 
• Gastritis, epigastric distress (upper abdominal pain)
• Nausea (feeling sick)
• Constipation
• Abdominal discomfort
• Flatulence
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Indigestion
• Stomatitis (painful mouth ulcers)

Precautions

Piroxicam 40mg Injection may increase the risk of serious heart-related problems, like heart attack and stroke. So, if you are a heart patient, let your doctor know before taking Piroxicam 40mg Injection. Besides this, Piroxicam 40mg Injection may also cause stomach pain and intestinal bleeding/ulcers, so consult your doctor to know if you suffer from these problems. Do not take Piroxicam 40mg Injection if you have had heart bypass surgery or coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG) as it can increase the risk of a heart attack. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding so consult your doctor before taking this injection. Piroxicam 40mg Injection may cause dizziness, so do not drive any vehicle it becomes dangerous for you. Piroxicam 40mg Injection is not recommended for children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Piromak 40mg Injection as it could lead to increased dizziness and may increase the risk of stomach bleeding. Consult your doctor before taking this Injection if you suffer from asthma, water retention or high blood pressure, stuffy/runny nose, nasal polyps, or liver or kidney problems.