Felvin 20 mg capsules #100

Q: What is the active ingredient in Felvin 20 mg capsules?

A: Piroxicam BP, with 20 mg per capsule.

Q: What is the main action of piroxicam?

A: Piroxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with potent anti-inflammatory, antipyretic (fever-reducing), and analgesic (pain-relieving) effects. Its potency is comparable to indometacin.

Q: How does piroxicam work in relieving pain and fever?

A: Piroxicam works by reducing the production of prostaglandins, which are chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, pain, and fever.

Q: How is piroxicam used in patients with rheumatoid arthritis?

A: Piroxicam helps relieve pain and reduce joint swelling in rheumatoid arthritis. However, it may not always affect the erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) or other measures of disease activity.

Q: What are the main conditions that Felvin 20 mg capsules are used to treat?

A: Rheumatoid arthritis Osteoarthritis Ankylosing spondylitis Acute gout Acute musculoskeletal disorders Juvenile chronic arthritis

Q: Why is piroxicam not primarily used as an analgesic for simple pain?

A: Due to its potent anti-inflammatory properties, piroxicam is primarily used to treat inflammatory conditions and not just pain.

Q: What is the most common side effect associated with piroxicam?

A: The most common side effect is gastrointestinal problems such as stomach upset, heartburn, and ulcers.

Q: Are gastrointestinal problems with piroxicam more common than with other NSAIDs?

A: Piroxicam does not appear to cause more gastrointestinal problems than other NSAIDs.

Q: What are some other less common side effects of piroxicam?

A: Other, less common side effects include headaches, dizziness, insomnia, depression, mood alteration, mental confusion, paraesthesia, vertigo, palpitations, impaired hearing, hypoglycemia, swollen eyes, and irritation.

Q: What is the recommended starting dose for piroxicam?

A: The recommended starting and maintenance dose is 20 mg once daily.

Q: Can the daily dose be divided?

A: Yes, the daily dose can be divided.

Q: How long does it take for steady-state blood levels of piroxicam to be reached?

A: Steady-state blood levels are reached within 7-12 days.

Q: How long should treatment with piroxicam continue to assess its full effect?

A: Treatment should continue for at least two weeks to assess its full effect.

Q: What are the main contraindications for using Felvin 20 mg capsules?

A: Active peptic ulceration Hepatic dysfunction Previous known hypersensitivity to piroxicam Asthma, rhinitis, angio-oedema, or urticaria induced by other NSAIDs.

Q: How should Felvin 20 mg capsules be stored?

A: Store in a cool, dark, and dry place below 25°C. Keep all medicines away from children.

Q: How are Felvin 20 mg capsules packaged?

A: They are packaged in blisters of 10 capsules, with 10 blisters per carton.

Q: Who manufactures Felvin 20 mg capsules?

A: Bliss GVS Pharma Limited, Survey No. 43-44, Vevoor Village, Palghar -401404, India.

Q: Who markets Felvin 20 mg capsules?

A: Greenlife Pharmaceuticals Ltd., No. 35a, Association Avenue, Ilupeju, Lagos, Nigeria.