PIROXICAM vs PROLENSA

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 16, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. PIROXICAM and PROLENSA 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	PIROXICAM	PROLENSA
Rating	72/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$5.35 /30	$14.72 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	PIROXICAM	BROMFENAC SODIUM
Manufacturer	Unichem	Bausch and Lomb
Dosage forms	Capsule	Drops
Drug class	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Boxed warning	Boxed warning	None
Treats	Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation, Osteoarthritis	Inflammation, Postoperative Pain, Eye Pain

piroxicam prolensa

Rating

72/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$5.35 /30

$14.72 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

PIROXICAM

BROMFENAC SODIUM

Manufacturer

Unichem

Bausch and Lomb

Dosage forms

Capsule

Drops

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Inflammation, Osteoarthritis

Inflammation, Postoperative Pain, Eye Pain

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Piroxicam and Prolensa?

Piroxicam contains Piroxicam, while Prolensa contains Bromfenac Sodium — 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.