Dolonex 20

Capsule · Pfizer
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Dolonex 20 is a capsule made by Pfizer that contains Piroxicam 20 mg. Piroxicam is a anti-inflammatory painkiller (nsaid): relieves pain and stiffness in arthritis.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Piroxicam20 mg

What it is used for

Relieves pain and stiffness in arthritis.

How it works

A long-acting NSAID for arthritis pain, taken once a day; higher stomach risk than many others.

How to take it

Usually 10 to 20 mg once a day after food. Gels for local pain.

Common side effects

  • Indigestion
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain

Get medical help straight away if

  • Black stools
  • Severe skin reaction
  • Swelling of legs

Be careful

Take after food; risk of stomach bleeding.

Other medicines and interactions

Avoid with other NSAIDs and blood thinners; kidney risk with diuretics and ACE inhibitors.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Avoid in pregnancy, especially the last three months, and while breastfeeding.

Common questions

What is Dolonex 20?

Dolonex 20 is a capsule by Pfizer containing Piroxicam 20 mg.

What is Dolonex 20 used for?

Relieves pain and stiffness in arthritis.

How should I take Dolonex 20?

Usually 10 to 20 mg once a day after food. Gels for local pain. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Dolonex 20?

Common side effects include: Indigestion, nausea, stomach pain. Get medical help straight away for: Black stools, severe skin reaction, swelling of legs.

Does Dolonex 20 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Dolonex 20 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Avoid in pregnancy, especially the last three months, and while breastfeeding.

What are the substitutes for Dolonex 20?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.