NAPROXEN SODIUM vs PIROXICAM

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Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Attribute	NAPROXEN SODIUM	PIROXICAM
Rating	New	72/100
Pharmacy pays	$0.06 /mL	~$5.35 /30
Type	OTC	RX
Active ingredient	NAPROXEN SODIUM	PIROXICAM
Manufacturer	Hetero Labs Ltd V	Unichem
Dosage forms	Capsule, Tablet, Tablet, extended release	Capsule
Drug class	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Boxed warning	None	Boxed warning
Half-life	about 12 to 17 hours	—
Treats	Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Back Pain	Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation, Osteoarthritis

naproxen sodium piroxicam

Rating

New

72/100

Pharmacy pays

$0.06 /mL

~$5.35 /30

Type

OTC

Active ingredient

NAPROXEN SODIUM

PIROXICAM

Manufacturer

Hetero Labs Ltd V

Unichem

Dosage forms

Capsule, Tablet, Tablet, extended release

Capsule

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

None

Boxed warning

Half-life

about 12 to 17 hours

—

Treats

Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Back Pain

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation, Osteoarthritis

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Naproxen Sodium and Piroxicam?

Naproxen Sodium contains Naproxen Sodium, 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.