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What type of drug is piroxicam?
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non steroidal anti inflammatory agent with antitumor activity in model animals
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What type tumors is piroxicam effective against?
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transitional cell carcinomas, or urinary tract infection and relief of hematuria
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What is the side effects of piroxicam treatment?
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GI toxicity with mucosal bleeding and even perforation
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What causes resistance to treatment of piroxicam?
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steriod use
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What effect does "steriod euphorsis" have on life?
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improves the quality of life
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How will the anti-inflammatory agent in piroxicam help the condition?
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it will help to control pain
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What are the corticosteriods?
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hydrocortisone, prednisone, and dexamethasone
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What is the effect of corticosteriods on tumors?
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direct lymphocytotoxic effect with symptomatic management of mast cell tumors
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What effect will be seen if there is a high dose of corticosteriods given?
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polydipsia, polyuria, and increased appetite(methylprednisone may produce less polydipsia and polyuria)
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If corticosteriods are given over a 2 week duration, what procedures must follow?
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must taper the dose to discontinue use
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