Feldene
Piroxicam 10mg and 20mg hard capsules, used for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. An oxicam NSAID taken by mouth.
- Category
- Pain Management
- Active ingredient
- Piroxicam
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 10 · 20mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Feldene on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Osteoarthritis · Rheumatoid Arthritis · Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Alternative names
- Brexidol
- Therapeutic class
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID)
- Pharmacological class
- Oxicam
- Minor side effects
- nausea; dyspepsia; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- oedema; headache; dizziness
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset time
- 1–2 hours
- Duration
- 30–50 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C; keep away from children.
- Drug interactions
- aspirin; corticosteroids; anticoagulants
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children.
Contraindications
active gastrointestinal ulcer; severe heart failure; history of gi bleeding; third trimester of pregnancy
Precautions and warnings
take with food to reduce stomach upset; monitor for gastrointestinal symptoms; use lowest effective dose for shortest duration
Serious side effects
gastrointestinal bleeding, requires immediate medical attention; peptic ulcer, requires immediate medical attention; anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Piroxicam 10mg and 20mg hard capsules, used for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. An oxicam NSAID taken by mouth.
Mechanism of action
Piroxicam inhibits cyclo-oxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2) enzymes, which reduces prostaglandin synthesis. This process alleviates local inflammation, pain, and systemic fever response.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated in third trimester; use with extreme caution earlier. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Feldene is a brand name for Piroxicam, a medication used for the management of Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Ankylosing Spondylitis. This active ingredient is also sold as Brexidol, and it is available in tablet forms in strengths of 10mg and 20mg. This treatment helps address inflammation and stiffness associated with these conditions.
Buying Feldene online
Accessing generic Piroxicam often provides a more affordable option compared to the original Pfizer brand, making it a common choice for expats and residents throughout the region.
Will I receive the original Feldene?
No. Feldene is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer, and Yasabai uses it to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (piroxicam) at the same dose, mostly a recognised Indian branded generic. The exact brand depends on stock.
What is the price of Feldene?
Feldene comes in 10 and 20mg strengths, in packs of 10 to 360 tablets, and the price per tablet for every option is shown above, in US dollars or the currency you choose. Larger packs cost less per tablet. Paying with Bitcoin or Ethereum gives you an extra 10% off.
What does Feldene treat?
Feldene contains piroxicam, used for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Piroxicam inhibits cyclo-oxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2) enzymes, which reduces prostaglandin synthesis.
When does Feldene start working?
Piroxicam usually starts to work within 1 to 2 hours, and its effect lasts about 30 to 50 hours. How quickly it works can differ from one person to another.
Does Feldene have side effects?
Yes. The common side effects of piroxicam are nausea, dyspepsia and abdominal pain. Less common ones include oedema, headache and dizziness. Serious but less common side effects include gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcer and anaphylaxis, which need urgent medical attention.
Can I take Feldene with other medicines?
Piroxicam can interact with aspirin, corticosteroids and anticoagulants. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start Feldene.
What is another brand name for piroxicam?
Other brands of piroxicam include Brexidol.
Can I buy Feldene over the counter in Thailand?
Yes. In Thailand piroxicam is sold by pharmacists without a prescription, and Yasabai does not ask for one either. We are an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy; we arrange your order and delivery on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Can I order Feldene online for delivery in Thailand?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners ship from India to Thailand and across Asia in discreet packaging. Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks; Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Feldene is the originator brand name, made by Pfizer. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with Pfizer and do not ship the original Feldene.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Piroxicam) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- A regulated generic matches the original ingredient for ingredient by legal standard.