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How can piroxicam (Feldene) affect blood lithium levels?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Piroxicam (Feldene) has been reported to increase steady-state plasma lithium levels, which should be monitored when starting, adjusting or stopping Feldene.

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Feldene Melt 20mgPfizer Limited · emc · SmPC §4.5 Interaction with other medicinal products · Version 20Document updated 8 September 2025

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