I just have one comment. Of all the NSAIDs out there piroxicam is the most toxic and for that reason is not used much anymore.
Of all the NSAIDs...naproxen has the least negative effect on the heart. (but it still has an effect, it just shows up as the least toxic of the bunch).
So I agree with your doctor, to make some kind of change. Do some research and try to decide.
This link may be useful...it shows the FDA reports on various drugs:
www.drugcite.com
Keep in mind the reports for piroxicam look less numerous, and that is because it is rarely used anymore. The ratios of toxicity are accurate however.
There are other nonRX alternatives. For example SAMe has shown equal performance when compared to NSAIDs in reducing arthritis type pain. But it is not covered by insurance, and would run you about 40-50 dollars a month. (at 600mg a day). SAMe however, actually helps repair damage, which NSAIDs do not.
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