Antixin Tablet 20mg

About Antixin Tablet 20mg

Uses

Antixin Tablet 20mg contains piroxicam beta cyclodextrin, a nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug (NSAID).

• Relieves pain and swelling from osteoarthritis
• Eases joint stiffness in rheumatoid arthritis
• Reduces inflammation in ankylosing spondylitis
• Helps with acute musculoskeletal pain and sprains
• Reduces mild to moderate pain after minor injuries

Benefits

The beta cyclodextrin form is designed to act faster than standard piroxicam tablets.

• Provides quicker onset of pain relief compared to plain piroxicam
• Once daily dosing improves ease of use for chronic joint conditions
• Reduces swelling as well as pain, helping joint mobility
• Long clinical history in managing arthritis symptoms

What Experts Say

Piroxicam beta cyclodextrin is a modified form of piroxicam that dissolves faster in the stomach, so pain relief begins sooner than with plain piroxicam. Rheumatologists prescribe it for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, where it eases joint stiffness and swelling over the course of daily treatment.

Because it belongs to the NSAID family, doctors advise taking it with food or milk to protect the stomach lining. People with a history of ulcers, kidney disease or heart problems are usually guided toward the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible time, since NSAIDs as a group carry a known risk of stomach bleeding and strain on the kidneys.

Experts also stress that piroxicam should not be combined with other NSAIDs or with regular alcohol use, as this raises the chance of gastric irritation. Older adults are watched more closely, since age increases sensitivity to both the gastrointestinal and cardiovascular side effects of this drug class.

Drug Class

Piroxicam beta cyclodextrin belongs to the NSAID (nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug) class.

• Nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug (NSAID)

Antixin Tablet 20mg formula

• Piroxicam Beta Cyclodextrin

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Antixin Tablet 20mg?

• Take Antixin Tablet 20mg once daily with food or a glass of milk to reduce stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet with a full glass of water
• Do not exceed the dose or duration advised by your doctor
• Avoid lying down immediately after taking the tablet
• Drink plenty of water through the day while on this medicine

Drug Interactions

• Aspirin and other NSAIDs: Combining raises the risk of stomach bleeding without added pain relief benefit.
• Warfarin: Increases bleeding risk when used together, needs close monitoring.
• ACE inhibitors and diuretics: Can reduce their blood pressure lowering effect and affect kidney function.
• Lithium: Piroxicam can raise lithium blood levels, increasing toxicity risk.
• Methotrexate: May raise methotrexate levels, increasing the chance of side effects.

Risks and warnings

• Stomach bleeding: Long term NSAID use can cause stomach ulcers or bleeding, especially in people with a prior ulcer history.
• Heart risk: NSAIDs can slightly raise the risk of heart attack or stroke, particularly with long term or high dose use.
• Kidney impact: Can reduce kidney blood flow, so people with existing kidney disease should use it with caution.
• Pregnancy: Should be avoided in the third trimester of pregnancy due to risk to the baby.
• Allergy: Avoid if you have had an allergic reaction or asthma flare after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs.

Antixin Tablet 20mg Side Effects

• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Nausea
• Heartburn
• Dizziness
• Fluid retention or swelling in the ankles
• Skin rash
• Headache

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature, below 30°C
• Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
• Keep the strip sealed until use
• Keep out of reach of children