Feldene (Piroxicam) for Psoriasis

Overview
Feldene is a prescription medication that was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 1982 to treat forms of arthritis. Feldene is also known by its drug name, piroxicam. Feldene is used to treat pain, stiffness, and swelling caused by psoriatic arthritis.

Feldene should not be used by people who are allergic to nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as Aleve or Ibuprofen. Do not take Feldene while you are also taking aspirin or another NSAID. Feldene should be used with caution by people with a history of asthma, nasal polyps, chronic sinus problems, bleeding disorders, swelling of the extremities, or liver or kidney dysfunction. Feldene may not be appropriate for pregnant women.

Feldene is an NSAID. NSAIDs help reduce fever, pain, and inflammation. Feldene is believed to work by inhibiting the production of chemicals that promote inflammation in the body.

How do I take it?
Feldene is taken orally as a capsule once or twice a day. Take Feldene at the same time each day. Your doctor will prescribe a dosage based on your needs. When taking NSAIDs, it is important to use the lowest dose that is effective and to take it for the shortest amount of time to avoid side effects.

Always follow your doctor’s instructions exactly when taking Feldene.

Side effects
Rare but serious side effects of Feldene may include an increase in the risk of stroke, heart attack, and gastrointestinal bleeding. Seek immediate medical assistance if you experience pain in your chest or left arm, shortness of breath, numbness in your hands or feet, or sudden weakness on one side of your body.

Common side effects of Feldene include swelling, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion, gas, nausea, ulcers, vomiting, low blood cell count, dizziness, headache, rash, fever, ringing in the ears, and abnormal kidney function.

Contact your doctor if you experience severe stomach pain, nausea or vomiting, black stools that appear bloody or tarry, a change in the amount of urine you produce, yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice), weight gain, unexplained neck stiffness, skin problems such as rash or hives, mouth ulcers, swelling, fast heartbeat (tachycardia), or vision changes while taking Feldene.

Seek medical help immediately if you experience symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as trouble breathing, severe dizziness, rash, or itching or swelling of the face, tongue, and throat.

For more information about this treatment, visit:

Feldene — RxList
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