Reviewer: Ken, 65-74 Male on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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I have been taking this drug for several months following back surgery, a torn rotator cuff and a broken ankle. NSAIDS usually cause stomach pain and reflux for me, but not with Piroxicam unless I drink an alcoholic beverage. My doctor says it is time released therfore reducing stomach irritation. My back pain is much improved as is the torn rotator cuff. The broken ankle is somewhat recent so ... Show Full Comment

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I have been taking this drug for several months following back surgery, a torn rotator cuff and a broken ankle. NSAIDS usually cause stomach pain and reflux for me, but not with Piroxicam unless I drink an alcoholic beverage. My doctor says it is time released therfore reducing stomach irritation. My back pain is much improved as is the torn rotator cuff. The broken ankle is somewhat recent so it is difficult to determine its effect. I will stop taking the medication for a short time to see if the back and rotator cuff pain returns.
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Reviewer: harmonyhollow, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 10 years or more (Patient)

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Have been taking this drug (20 mg/day) for more than 10 years...didn't think it was doing much till I stopped taking it for several days and was nearly unable to walk. Has caused no stomach or bleeding problems even though I take aspirin for break-through pain. It is inexpensive. I would gladly pay for it out-of-pocket if it weren't covered by my insurance.

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Have been taking this drug (20 mg/day) for more than 10 years...didn't think it was doing much till I stopped taking it for several days and was nearly unable to walk. Has caused no stomach or bleeding problems even though I take aspirin for break-through pain. It is inexpensive. I would gladly pay for it out-of-pocket if it weren't covered by my insurance.
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Reviewer: oldguy, 65-74 Male on Treatment for 10 years or more (Patient)

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Injuries from military service in my late teens early 20s caused early onset of osteoarthritis in my back and knees. I am 67 now and started taking this drug in 1981 while still in the military. It has been great at relieving pain and stiffness in my joints and for me without any side effects or interactions. I've taken it for so long now that I don't realize how good it is until I stop ... Show Full Comment

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Injuries from military service in my late teens early 20s caused early onset of osteoarthritis in my back and knees. I am 67 now and started taking this drug in 1981 while still in the military. It has been great at relieving pain and stiffness in my joints and for me without any side effects or interactions. I've taken it for so long now that I don't realize how good it is until I stop taking it. After 3 or 4 days I notice the increased stiffness and pain. My pain levels have increased over time such that I need additional pain medication now but the piroxicam still is doing its job. I take 20 mg once a day in the morning.
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Reviewer: Cheryl Davis, 45-54 Female on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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WARNING IF YOU ARE BIPOLAR DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG!I took 1 10mg pill.And in about an hour I had stomach cramps so bad i could hardly stand up.I was crying off and on and could not stop.I have been dealing with it for more than 20 years.And I am very stable. Untill I took just one 10mg pill!!I could not believe what was hapening.Please be careful taking this drug. Did NOTHING for pain!!

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WARNING IF YOU ARE BIPOLAR DO NOT TAKE THIS DRUG!I took 1 10mg pill.And in about an hour I had stomach cramps so bad i could hardly stand up.I was crying off and on and could not stop.I have been dealing with it for more than 20 years.And I am very stable. Untill I took just one 10mg pill!!I could not believe what was hapening.Please be careful taking this drug. Did NOTHING for pain!!
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Reviewer: 25-34 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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I have a piece of cartlidge broken off in my left knee and just floating in there. Ans is very difficult to walk, sit, or sleep

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I have a piece of cartlidge broken off in my left knee and just floating in there. Ans is very difficult to walk, sit, or sleep
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