Shinil Piroxicam Injection

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 duration possible. 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: 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 duration possible. 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 by both routes must not exceed the maximum recommended daily dose.

This medication may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding in those who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks per day, so it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. This medication can affect the cardiovascular system and may increase the risk of serious thrombotic reactions such as heart attack or stroke, especially in individuals with cardiovascular disease or risk factors. Serious issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, or perforation may occur, so elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders must closely monitor their symptoms while taking this medication. Fatal skin reactions may occur, so if a rash or hypersensitivity reaction appears within the first month of treatment, the medication should be stopped immediately. This drug contains benzyl alcohol, which can cause respiratory problems in premature infants; therefore, caution is advised with any products containing this ingredient. Patients with gastrointestinal ulcers, bleeding, inflammatory bowel disease, severe liver or kidney dysfunction, severe heart failure, severe hypertension, or allergies to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not take this medication. This drug should not be administered to pregnant or breastfeeding women, individuals over 80 years old, children, or infants. Patients with specific conditions such as peptic ulcers, blood disorders, liver or kidney dysfunction, asthma, or hypertension should use this medication cautiously, following a doctor's instructions. Various side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding, abnormal liver function, kidney dysfunction, blood disorders, skin rashes, and cardiovascular issues may occur, so if any abnormal symptoms arise, you should inform medical personnel immediately. Taking this medication with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may increase the risk of side effects, so it is advisable to avoid combination therapy. It can interact with certain blood pressure medications, diuretics, anticoagulants, lithium, and methotrexate, so if you are taking other medications, you must inform your doctor. During late pregnancy, there is a risk of ductus arteriosus closure in the fetus, so this drug should not be used, and caution should also be taken during breastfeeding. In case of overdose, symptoms such as drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal bleeding may occur, and you should immediately visit a medical institution if excessive amounts are ingested. Keep this medication in a safe place out of reach of children and do not transfer it to other containers.

Peptic ulcer, hematemesis, gastrointestinal bleeding, abdominal pain, upper abdominal discomfort, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, loose stools, stomatitis, dyspepsia, abdominal bloating, constipation, glossitis, shock, drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS syndrome), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Lyell's syndrome, photosensitivity reaction, nail dystrophy, abnormal growth of toenails, hair loss, bullous reaction, anemia, granulocytopenia, thrombocytopenia, aplastic anemia, bone marrow suppression, purpura, leukopenia, pancytopenia, eosinophilia, hypertension, congestive heart failure, acute heart disease, jaundice, hepatitis, elevated AST/ALT, elevated ALP, elevated LDH, acute renal failure, fluid retention, oliguria, hematuria, urinary protein, elevated BUN, elevated serum creatinine, hyperkalemia, rash, itching, bronchospasm, urticaria, angioedema, vasculitis, serum sickness, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, tinnitus, tingling in hands and feet, depression, irritability, hallucination, mood changes, mental confusion, allergic swelling of the face and hands, dry mouth, general malaise, blurred vision, eye irritation, shoulder stiffness, fever, palpitations, dyspnea

This medication may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a lightproof container. Additionally, it should be kept in a sealed container to prevent contact with air to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Brown ampoule containing a pale yellow solution

Package unit

1 milliliter/ampoule X 50