Piroxicam (Noun)
Meaning
A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Feldene) used to treat arthritis and other inflammatory conditions.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Piroxicam was prescribed to her by the doctor to help alleviate the symptoms of osteoarthritis in her knees.
- As a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, piroxicam works by reducing inflammation and relieving pain in the affected joints.
- The patient experienced severe gastrointestinal side effects after taking piroxicam for an extended period of time.
- Piroxicam is often used to treat conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and menstrual cramps.
- In studies, piroxicam has been shown to be as effective as other NSAIDs in managing pain and inflammation associated with musculoskeletal disorders.