Pilogen Tablet 10 Milligrams (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. The therapeutic effect and tolerability should be reviewed within 14 days after starting this drug. If continued treatment is considered necessary, more frequent reviews should be conducted. (Injection) Adults: Administer 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. The therapeutic effect and tolerability should be reviewed within 14 days after starting this drug. If continued treatment is considered necessary, more frequent reviews should be conducted. The oral or suppository formulation of this drug may be used concomitantly; however, the total daily dose administered by both routes must not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose.

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding in patients who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages daily; therefore, consultation with a physician or pharmacist is required. This medication can affect the cardiovascular system and may increase the risk of heart disease or stroke, so individuals with cardiovascular disease or risk factors should be particularly cautious. Serious issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulceration, and perforation may occur, so those with a history of gastrointestinal disease should consult a specialist before use. Severe skin reactions may occur; therefore, if skin rashes or hypersensitivity reactions develop, discontinue use immediately. Individuals with gastrointestinal ulcers, bleeding, perforation, severe liver or kidney dysfunction, severe heart failure, hypertension, certain allergies should not take this medication. Those with peptic ulcers, hematological disorders, liver or kidney disease, heart failure, hypertension, asthma, older adults, etc., require careful monitoring when taking this medication. Various side effects such as gastrointestinal symptoms, skin reactions, hematological abnormalities, liver or kidney dysfunction, and neuropsychiatric symptoms may occur during treatment, so notify healthcare providers immediately if symptoms arise. Regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests should be performed over long-term use to check for abnormalities, and concomitant treatment may be necessary when infectious diseases are present. The risk of side effects may increase when used in conjunction with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or certain medications, so consult a specialist. In pregnancy, particularly in the third trimester, it may be harmful to the fetus, and it should not be administered to breastfeeding women, children, or those over 80 years old. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, and gastrointestinal bleeding may occur, requiring immediate medical attention. When stored, keep it out of reach of children and do not transfer to another container.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcer, hematemesis, melena, epigastric pain, gastric discomfort, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loose stools, stomatitis, dyspepsia, 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, 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 of hands and feet, depression, irritability, hallucinations, mood changes, mental confusion, allergic edema of the face and hands, thirst, general malaise, blurred vision, eye irritation, shoulder stiffness, fever, palpitations, dyspnea

This medication may be sensitive to light; therefore, it should be stored in an opaque container that does not allow light to enter. Also, keep it in a sealed container to avoid contact with air, thus maintaining its efficacy.

Appearance

Pale yellow round tablet.

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle