| Agent Name |
Piroxicam |
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| Alternative Name |
Feldene |
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| CAS Number |
36322-90-4 |
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| Formula |
C15-H13-N3-O4-S |
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| Major Category |
Other Uses |
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| Synonyms |
Piroxicam; Feldene; Candyl; Feldene Gel; Fensaid; Mobilis; Pirox; 2H-1,2-Benzothiazine-3-carboxamide, 4-hydroxy-2-methyl-N-2-pyridinyl-, 1,1-dioxide; [ChemFinder] |
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| Category |
Pharmaceuticals |
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| Comments |
Allergic contact dermatitis reported in a physical therapist; [Kanerva, p. 1168] Piroxicam may induce photosensitivity in patients taking it systemically (photodrug reaction). [Marks, p. 201-3] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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