Common side effects of Feldene (piroxicam) may include:
- abnormal liver function tests;
- urination problems;
- upset stomach, heartburn, loss of appetite, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting;
- gas, diarrhea, constipation;
- dizziness, headache;
- itching, rash; or
- ringing in your ears.
The above side effects should not alarm you.
Serious side effects of Feldene (piroxicam) may include:
- severe headache;
- blurred vision;or
- pounding in your neck or ears.
If you have any of the above side effects, contact your doctor right away.
Signs to watch for:
heart problems--swelling, rapid weight gain, feeling short of breath;
liver problems--loss of appetite, stomach pain (upper right side), tiredness, itching, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
signs of stomach bleeding--bloody or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;
kidney problems--little or no urination, swelling in your feet or ankles, feeling tired or short of breath;
low red blood cells (anemia)--pale skin, unusual tiredness, feeling light-headed or short of breath, cold hands and feet; and
heart attack or stroke--chest pain spreading to your jaw or shoulder, sudden numbness or weakness on one side of the body, slurred speech, leg swelling, feeling short of breath.