ANSAID vs PIROXICAM

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. ANSAID and PIROXICAM are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	ANSAID	PIROXICAM
Rating	New	72/100
Pharmacy pays	$3.32 /mL	~$5.35 /30
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	FLURBIPROFEN	PIROXICAM
Manufacturer	Pharmacia and Upjohn	Unichem
Dosage forms	Tablet	Capsule
Drug class	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Boxed warning	None	Boxed warning
Treats	Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation, Macular Edema	Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation, Osteoarthritis

ansaid piroxicam

Rating

New

72/100

Pharmacy pays

$3.32 /mL

~$5.35 /30

Type

Active ingredient

FLURBIPROFEN

PIROXICAM

Manufacturer

Pharmacia and Upjohn

Unichem

Dosage forms

Tablet

Capsule

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

None

Boxed warning

Treats

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation, Macular Edema

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation, Osteoarthritis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Ansaid and Piroxicam?

Ansaid contains Flurbiprofen, while Piroxicam contains Piroxicam — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.