Feldene Capsule 20mg

Price of Feldene Capsule 20mg

The price of Feldene Capsule 20mg in Pakistan is Rs. 664.16

Feldene Tablet Uses

Feldene tablet is an NSAID composed of the active ingredient Piroxicam. It is used to relieve pain and inflammation caused by conditions like osteoarthritis, menstrual cramps, joint pain, migraine, gout, and muscle spasms, etc.

Piroxicam is a type of painkiller that also carries some anti-inflammatory properties. It works by stopping the production of chemical mediators that cause pain and inflammation in the body.

How to use Feldene Capsule 20mg?

• Swallow the tablet whole with water
• Do not crush or chew the tablet
• Do not take Feldene tablet on an empty stomach, as it can upset your stomach and lead to gastric ulcers as well
• To avoid gastritis, take Feldene tablet for the shortest time possible
• For adults, the recommended dosage is one 20mg tablet per day
• Follow the dosage and frequency as instructed by your doctor

Feldene Side Effects

The side effects of Feldene include:

• Abdominal pain
• Vomit containing coffee grounds
• Blood in stool
• Constipation
• Black stools
• Acid reflux

Drug Interactions

Feldene tablet can interact with other drugs that you might be taking. A drug interaction does not mean that you decide to stop taking the medicines. Instead, you should consult your healthcare provider about it.

Drugs that Feldene tablet can interact with include:

• ACE inhibitors like captopril, fosinopril and enalapril, etc.
• Angiotensin receptor blockers like losartan, valsartan etc.
• Corticosteroids like prednisolone
• Potassium supplements
• Aspirin
• Lithium
• Blood thinners like clopidogrel, enoxaparin, warfarin, etc.

To prevent a case of drug interaction, patients are advised to give their detailed medical history to their healthcare provider. A readjustment of dosage or time for the medicine can help avoid this interaction.

Storage Conditions

• Feldene should be kept out of reach and sight of children.
• It should be stored at room temperature.