Logam Injection (Piroxicam)

Adult dosage

(Oral) Adults: Administer 20 mg of piroxicam orally once daily. The maximum recommended daily dose is 20 mg of piroxicam. To reduce the risk of adverse reactions, use the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible duration. Therapeutic effect and tolerability should be reviewed within 14 days after starting this medication. If continued treatment is considered necessary, more frequent reviews should be conducted. (Injection) Adults: Inject 20 mg of piroxicam intramuscularly once daily. The maximum recommended daily dose is 20 mg of piroxicam. To reduce the risk of adverse reactions, use the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible duration. Therapeutic effect and tolerability should be reviewed within 14 days after starting this medication. If continued treatment is considered necessary, more frequent reviews should be conducted. The oral or suppository formulation of this medication may be administered concomitantly; however, the total amount administered by both routes must not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose.

Patients who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication; otherwise, gastrointestinal bleeding may occur. Additionally, this medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, so those with a history of heart disease or stroke or with risk factors should exercise caution. Cardiovascular symptoms should be monitored closely during use, and if symptoms appear, medical advice should be sought immediately. This medication can cause serious gastrointestinal problems such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation. Elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases should be especially cautious, and if gastrointestinal pain or bleeding symptoms occur while taking this medication, it should be stopped immediately, and treatment should be sought. Severe allergic reactions or rashes, blisters, etc., may occur on the skin; if these symptoms arise, medication should be discontinued immediately. This medication is not to be administered to individuals with certain diseases or drug allergies, pregnant or breastfeeding women, children, or elderly patients (aged 80 and over). Patients with a history of peptic ulcers, liver impairment, kidney impairment, hypertension, or asthma should use this medication cautiously and have regular health check-ups during use. This medication may interact with various drugs; therefore, anyone currently taking medication must inform their healthcare provider. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication, nor should it be used in children. Elderly patients are at a higher risk of side effects from this medication, so it should be administered at the minimum dosage cautiously, and any abnormal symptoms should be closely observed. In case of overdose, symptoms such as drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain may appear; in severe cases, renal failure or coma may occur, necessitating an immediate visit to a medical institution. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcer, hematemesis, melena, epigastric pain, dyspeptic discomfort, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loose stools, stomatitis, indigestion, abdominal distension, constipation, glossitis, shock, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Lyell's syndrome, photosensitivity reaction, onycholysis, abnormal nail growth, hair loss, vesicular and bullous reactions, anemia, granulocytopenia, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, bone marrow suppression, purpura, leukopenia, pancytopenia, eosinophilia, hypertension, congestive heart failure, acute cardiac disease, jaundice, hepatitis, elevated AST/ALT, elevated ALP, elevated LDH, acute renal failure, fluid retention, oliguria, hematuria, proteinuria, elevated BUN, elevated serum creatinine, hyperkalemia, rash, pruritus, bronchospasm, urticaria, angioedema, vasculitis, serum sickness, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, tinnitus, numbness in hands and feet, depression, irritability, hallucinations, mood changes, mental confusion, allergic edema of the face and hands, thirst, generalized fatigue, blurred vision, eye irritation, shoulder stiffness, fever, palpitations, dyspnea

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light and kept at room temperature. This is to maintain the drug's efficacy and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

Brown ampoules filled with pale yellow liquid

Package unit

50 ampoules [(1 mL/ampoule) x 50]