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Brand names,
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Analogs
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Brand Names Mixture
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Chemical_Formula
C15H13N3O4S
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RX_link
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/piroxicam.htm
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fda sheet
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msds (material safety sheet)
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Synthesis Reference
No information avaliable
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Molecular Weight
331.348 g/mol
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Melting Point
198-200 oC
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H2O Solubility
23 mg/L
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State
Solid
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LogP
1.998
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Dosage Forms
Capsule; Suppository; Tablet
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Indication
For treatment of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
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Pharmacology
Piroxicam is in a class of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Piroxicam works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Piroxicam is used to reduce the pain, inflammation, and stiffness caused by rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
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Absorption
Well absorbed following oral administration.
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side effects and Toxicity
Symptoms of overdose include drowsiness, nausea, stomach pain, and/or vomiting.
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Patient Information
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Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals