Piroxicam

piroxicam usp
Synonyms:PIROXICAM; 4-hydroxy-2-methyl-n-2-pyridinyl-2h-1,2-benzothiazine-3-carboxamide 1,1-dioxide
CAS Registry Number:36322-90-4
EINECS:252-974-3
Molecular Formula:C15H13N3O4S
Molecular Weight:331.34
Molecular Structure:
This structure is also available as a 2d Mol file
Appearance:Off-white to pale yellow solid
Density:1.563 gcm3
Melting Point:198-200 °C
Storage Temperature:2-8°C
Refractive index:1.714
Solubility:Soluble
Biological Activity:Anti-inflammatory; highly selective inhibitor of COX-1 (ratio of IC 50 values for COX-2COX-1 ~ 600).
Stability:Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
Usage:Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory with long half-life. Cyclooxygenase inhibitor. Clinically useful NSAID