PIROX 20MG CAPSULE contains Piroxicam, which belongs to the group of medicines called Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs. It helps to reduce pain and swelling affecting the joints. It is also used to relieve the symptoms caused by osteoarthritis (a joint disease that occurs when the protective tissues at the end of the bones wear out and is characterised by joint pain in the hands, neck, and hip), rheumatoid arthritis (autoimmune disease-causing painful swelling of joints and stiffness), and ankylosing spondylitis (rheumatism of the spine resulting in a hunched forward posture).

PIROX 20MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with heart problems, and it should be used with caution in patients with asthma, liver, and kidney problems. PIROX 20MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant women, especially during the last three months of pregnancy, and it should be used with caution during breastfeeding.

The safety and effectiveness of PIROX 20MG CAPSULE in children and adolescents have not been established. PIROX 20MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in elderly patients of 80 years and above. The most common side effects of this medicine are nausea (feeling sick), vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, skin rash, headache, and drowsiness. Consult your physician if any of the symptoms worsen.

Uses

• Reduces pain and swelling affecting the joints
• Relieves the symptoms caused by osteoarthritis (joint disease), rheumatoid arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis (rheumatism of the spine) such as swelling, stiffness and joint pain

Side Effect

Common side effects:

• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Nausea
• Headache
• Dizziness

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Pirox 20 Capsule is to be taken with food.

How It works

Pirox 20 Capsule is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation (pain and swelling).