Arthritis
Arthritis covers several joint conditions, so treatment is guided by the type of arthritis, the severity and pattern of symptoms, and your prescriber's assessment. Medicines may be used to manage pain and inflammation alongside non-medicine measures and condition-specific care.
Which medicine approaches are used for arthritis?
For inflammatory pain, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a long-established option for reducing pain and inflammation. Corticosteroids may also be prescribed for inflammatory arthritis or flares, usually as part of a broader clinical plan. These medicine families have different roles and safety considerations, so they should not be treated as interchangeable choices.
How do the arthritis medicines we list differ?
We list two oral prescription options: Feldene, containing piroxicam, and prednisolone tablets. Feldene is an NSAID supplied as capsules, while prednisolone is a corticosteroid supplied as tablets. The appropriate option, strength and treatment duration depend on the reason it has been prescribed.
| Product | Active ingredient | Form | Strengths listed | Price from | Lowest listed unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feldene | Piroxicam | Capsule | 10 mg, 20 mg | A$33.44 | A$0.77 per capsule |
| Prednisolone | Prednisolone | Tablet | 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg | A$95.76 | A$0.78 per tablet |
Feldene packs range from 30 to 360 capsules, depending on strength. Prednisolone packs range from 10 to 360 tablets. Unit prices are attached to their own commercial unit and should not be used to suggest that the two medicines are direct substitutes.
What should Australian customers know about prescription status?
Piroxicam is a Schedule 4 prescription-only medicine in Australia, and oral prednisolone tablets are also Schedule 4 prescription-only medicines. An authorised prescriber's prescription is required. For Feldene, the ARTG entry for the particular capsule strength and sponsor should be checked; for the listed prednisolone tablet strengths, inclusion of the specific product has not been confirmed. These regulatory points are separate from the products we list in this category.
Which product and pack should I choose?
Choose only the medicine, strength and quantity written on your prescription. A capsule and a tablet may suit different prescribed products, and a larger pack is not automatically the right choice. If you are unsure whether a listed strength or pack matches your prescription, speak with your prescriber or pharmacist before ordering.
How do delivery and storage considerations apply?
We can dispatch these products with Express delivery, including tracking, estimated at 4-7 days, or Standard delivery, estimated at 14-21 days. Express shipping costs A$45.58 and Standard shipping costs A$22.78. Free shipping is available for either method when its respective checkout threshold is reached.
Feldene should be stored at 20°C to 25°C, with permitted excursions from 15°C to 30°C, protected from light and kept tightly closed. Prednisolone tablets should be stored at 20°C to 25°C in a tightly closed container away from moisture, heat and light. We package medicines carefully for standard postal delivery. Prompt receipt and correct storage after delivery help keep the order in good condition.
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