Medication info

Samjin Pyroxicam Gel

OTC medicationApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Piroxicam›5mg / 1g
Manufacturer / importer
Samjin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Transparent gel in light yellow color
Packaging
50g-1 tube/box
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 199801507 · Notified 1998.12.04

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2025.01.17. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of muscle pain, joint and tendon disorders (including arthritis), and post-traumatic swelling and pain
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
Adults: Apply 1 g (approximately 3 cm) to the affected area 3-4 times daily and gently rub it in until absorbed.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Samjin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of muscle pain, joint and tendon disorders (including arthritis), and post-traumatic swelling and pain

  • Osteoarthritis
  • degenerative arthritis
  • periscapular inflammation
  • tendinitis
  • tenosynovitis
  • tendon sheath inflammation
  • tendinitis
  • lateral epicondylitis
  • muscle pain
  • myositis
  • myofascial pain
  • post-traumatic swelling
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This medication is used to relieve inflammation and pain around the shoulder joint, inflammation and pain associated with osteoarthritis. It also helps reduce muscle pain and swelling and pain after injury. It is effectively used to improve pain and inflammation related to various joint and muscle disorders.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

Adults: Apply 1 g (approximately 3 cm) to the affected area 3-4 times daily and gently rub it in until absorbed.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in certain patients. Firstly, anyone who has experienced allergic reactions to this medication or other formulations of piroxicam should not use this medication. Additionally, patients with a certain type of asthma known as aspirin-induced asthma or a history of such symptoms should be cautious as using this medication may lead to severe asthma attacks. It's also advisable to avoid this medication if allergic symptoms such as hives, rhinitis, or angioedema occurred after the use of aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. This medication is not used in children under the age of 14. When using this medication, care should also be exercised for patients with bronchial asthma. The medication contains an ingredient called propylene glycol, so individuals allergic or sensitive to this component should use it with caution. During use, skin symptoms such as itching, redness, rash, skin peeling, eczema, dermatitis, contact dermatitis, erythema, or rarely sensitivity to light may occur. If these symptoms worsen, usage should be immediately discontinued. Using it for an extended period or in large quantities may lead to nausea, gastrointestinal discomfort, breathing difficulties, kidney issues, etc., so caution is required. This medication helps alleviate symptoms but is not a treatment for the underlying cause, so this should be understood when using it. When applying to areas with skin infections, care should be taken that the infection does not worsen, and it should be used with antibiotics or antifungals while carefully observing the condition. When using it for conditions like chronic arthritis, other treatment methods should also be incorporated alongside medication, and the patient's condition should be monitored closely. During pregnancy, especially in the last three months, this medication should not be used as it may delay childbirth or cause bleeding, lung problems, kidney issues in the newborn. While no significant issues were found in animal studies during early and mid-pregnancy, sufficient studies in humans are lacking, so it should be used cautiously. Breastfeeding women are advised against using this medication due to the possibility that components may be excreted into breast milk and affect the infant. Safety has not been established in premature infants, neonates, infants, and children, so its use is not recommended. Elderly patients may be more prone to side effects, so the minimum necessary dose should be used with caution. This medication should not be applied to areas with skin wounds, infections, eczema, burns, or mucous membranes. Furthermore, the method of covering the medication with a sealed bandage should be avoided. In cases of skin damage, applying this medication may cause temporary irritation, so caution is necessary.

Side effects

  • localized itching
  • redness
  • rash
  • scaling
  • eczema
  • dermatitis
  • contact dermatitis
  • erythema
  • photosensitivity
  • nausea
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  • gastrointestinal discomfort
  • dyspnea
  • acute interstitial nephritis

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is best to maintain a storage temperature that is neither too hot nor too cold, at room temperature. By storing it this way, the effectiveness of the medication can be well maintained and it can be used safely.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Transparent gel in light yellow color

Package unit

50g-1 tube/box

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