Piroxicam is already a generic name.
The drug’s brand names (which you might see on prescriptions or over‑the‑counter packets) vary by country:
| Region | Common brand name(s) | Typical dosage |
|--------|----------------------|----------------|
| United States | Feldene | 10 mg tablets (often 1–2 tablets daily for 5–7 days, then 5 mg once daily for maintenance) |
| United Kingdom | Ostene | 10 mg tablets (same dosing schedule as in the U.S.) |
| Australia | Piroxil, Pirox | 10 mg tablets |
| Canada | Feldene, Ostene (similar to U.S. & UK) | 10 mg tablets |
| India | Various generics sold simply as “piroxicam” or under local brand names (e.g., Piroxil, Pirox, Pirox 10) | 10 mg tablets |
Quick facts
- Class: Non‑steroidal anti‑inflammatory drug (NSAID) – works by inhibiting cyclo‑oxygenase (COX) enzymes.
- Uses: Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout, acute musculoskeletal pain.
- Common side‑effects: GI upset, ulcers, bleeding, dizziness, headache.
- Contraindications: Peptic ulcer disease, bleeding disorders, severe renal or hepatic impairment, pregnancy (especially in third trimester), concurrent use of other NSAIDs or anticoagulants.
If you’re looking for a prescription or want to know if a brand‑name you’ve seen is piroxicam, it’s the same drug—just sold under a different name.