Dolonex IM Injection

Composition

Piroxicam 20 mg/2 mL (as piroxicam) injection

Uses of Dolonex IM Injection

Relief of pain and inflammation in acute musculoskeletal conditions, acute gout, postoperative pain, and flare-ups of rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis when oral therapy is not suitable.

• •Rapid relief of acute pain
• •Reduces inflammation and swelling
• •Useful when oral NSAIDs are not feasible
• •Helps in acute gout flares

How it works

Piroxicam is an NSAID that inhibits cyclo-oxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2) enzymes, reducing prostaglandin synthesis. This lowers inflammation, pain, and swelling.

Directions for use

For intramuscular (IM) use only; administer deep IM by a healthcare professional. Dose and duration as prescribed; usually used short term and may be switched to oral therapy when appropriate. Do not inject intravenously or subcutaneously.

Side effects

Common side effects of Dolonex IM Injection may include:

• •Injection site pain
• •nausea
• •vomiting
• •abdominal pain
• •heartburn
• •diarrhea
• •dizziness