Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters

Flector Unidie is piroxicam 14 mg in a medicated plaster. Piroxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory, and the patch form serves to take it where it is needed without letting it all pass through the stomach: the levels in the blood that are reached this way are much lower than those of the tablet.

The name says the most useful thing to know. Unidie it means one patch every twenty-four hours, only one at a time, and never two on the same day. The cycle must not exceed eight days. It applies only to the intact skin, after having washed and dried the area well: rub a corner of the patch between your fingers to detach the protective film and place the adhesive part on the skin.

On the elbow and knee, which bend a lot, the RCP suggests a retention bandage to be placed with the joint flexed, so the patch remains in place even when the joint opens.

The things that remain are that, being an NSAID, piroxicam also comes with it through the skin. The blood level is low but It varies a lot from person to person, therefore general effects cannot be excluded, especially on the stomach. And repeated use of skin products can cause awareness: if redness, itching or burning appear at the application site, stop. Even better avoid direct sun on the treated area, to avoid the risk of photosensitisation. This is the pack from 10 plasters.

INDICATIONS

Why is Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters used? What is it for?

Flector Unidie is indicated for the treatment of painful and inflammatory states of a rheumatic and traumatic nature of the joints, muscles, tendons and ligaments.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS AND EXCIPIENTS

What is the composition of Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters?

Composition

A medicated plaster contains: • active ingredient: piroxicam 14 mg.

Excipients

Acrylic copolymer, Eudragit E 100; non-woven fabric, silicone polyester.

DOSAGE

How is Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters taken?

Dosage It is recommended to use only one medicated plaster at a time and replace it every 24 hours for a period of no more than 8 days. Do not apply two patches on the same day. Flector Unidie is to be used exclusively on intact skin. Method of administration For cutaneous use only. After having carefully washed and dried the painful area, rub one of the corners of Flector Unidie between your fingers to remove the protective film and apply the adhesive part directly to the skin. In the event that Flector Unidie must be applied to joints with greater mobility, such as the elbow or knee, it is advisable to use a retention bandage to be applied to the flexed joint, in order to keep the patch in place. Do not exceed the recommended doses. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

CONTRAINDICATIONS AND SIDE EFFECTS

When should Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters not be used and what side effects can it cause?

Contraindications

Flector Unidie is contraindicated in the following cases: • hypersensitivity to the active ingredient (piroxicam) or to any of the excipients (see the section "What is the composition of Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters?"); • patients in whom substances with a similar mechanism of action (NSAIDs) have caused hypersensitivity reactions ((see the section "What are the warnings of Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters?")); • patients with active peptic ulcer; • patients with bronchial asthma; • patients with a history of gastrointestinal bleeding due to NSAIDs; • patients on anticoagulant therapy; • pregnancy and breastfeeding ((see the section "Can Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding?")); • children under 12 years of age. Flector Unidie patch should not be used on open wounds or lesions, but only on intact skin.

Side effects

The use of the medicine can cause local irritative or allergic skin reactions such as erythema, itching, burning, contact dermatitis, numbness and tingling at the application site; cases of extensive and serious dermatological lesions such as urticaria, Quincke's edema, erythema multiforme have been reported with this type of medicine. Larger and more severe photosensitivity reactions and skin and mucosal reactions, including asthma attacks, are possible. Systemic adverse reactions following the topical use of piroxicam are unlikely; since the plasma levels obtained are lower than those measured after systemic administration but highly variable from individual to individual, it is not possible to exclude, especially in the case of prolonged therapies beyond the recommended term and non-observance of contraindications and warnings, the appearance of systemic side effects, especially at a gastrointestinal level ((see the section "What are the warnings for Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters?")). The possible appearance of general side effects or at the point of application requires suspension of therapy. Cases of fixed drug eruption with unknown frequency (frequency cannot be estimated from the available data) have been reported with piroxicam ((see section "What are the warnings for Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters?")). Reporting of suspected adverse reactions Reporting suspected adverse reactions that occur after authorization of the medicinal product is important, as it allows continuous monitoring of the benefit/risk balance of the medicinal product. Healthcare professionals are asked to report any suspected adverse reactions via the national reporting system at https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazioni-reazioni-avverse.

INTERACTIONS

Which medicines or foods can change the effect of Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters?

The use of piroxicam-based patches is unlikely to have interactions with other medicines. However, the possibility of competition between the absorbed piroxicam and other drugs with high binding to plasma proteins cannot be excluded. Do not use the medicine together with other drugs for oral or local use, containing piroxicam or other NSAIDs.

PREGNANCY AND BREASTFEEDING

Can Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Pregnancy and breastfeeding Flector Unidie is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding and is not recommended in women intending to become pregnant. Fertility Administration should be suspended in women with fertility problems or who are undergoing fertility investigations.

WARNINGS

What are the warnings of Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters?

Warnings and precautions

The serum levels achieved with Flector Unidie were significantly lower than those obtained through oral administration but with strong individual variability, therefore the onset of systemic side effects, especially at the gastrointestinal level, cannot be ruled out. Analgesics, antipyretics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, including piroxicam, can cause hypersensitivity reactions, potentially serious even in subjects not previously exposed to this type of drugs. These include asthma attacks, skin rashes, allergic rhinitis and anaphylactic-type reactions. Flector Unidie should be used with caution in subjects with chronic obstructive bronchial diseases, allergic rhinitis or inflammation of the nasal mucosa (nasal polyps) in which asthmatic attacks or localized inflammatory reactions of the skin and mucosa (Quincke's edema) are more frequent. Use caution in patients with a history of peptic ulcer, in patients with a history of gastrointestinal bleeding not secondary to the administration of NSAIDs or with other bleeding disorders, in patients with Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis, with severe hepatic or renal dysfunction or with heart failure. Prolonged or repeated use of products for skin use can give rise to sensitization phenomena. In the presence of hypersensitivity reactions it is necessary to interrupt therapy. Caution should be used when treating elderly patients who are generally more susceptible to adverse events. After a short therapy without results, consult your doctor. To avoid any phenomena of hypersensitivity or photosensitization, avoid exposure to direct sunlight. Skin reactions Cases of fixed drug eruption (FDE) have been reported with piroxicam. Piroxicam should not be reintroduced in patients with a history of piroxicam-related FDE. A potential cross-reaction with other oxicams may occur. Pediatric population Keep the medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Overdose

There are no known cases of overdose. In case of overdose with evident clinical manifestations, immediately institute symptomatic therapy and apply the common emergency measures of the case.

Driving vehicles and using machinery

Flector Unidie does not interfere with the ability to drive vehicles and use machines.

CONSERVATION

How is Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters stored?

No particular storage conditions are necessary.

FORMAT

What is the format of Flector Unidie 14 mg 10 piroxicam medicated plasters?

10 medicated plasters of 14 mg, in paper, polyethylene, aluminum and EAA sachets.

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