PIROXICAM-CONTAINING MATRIX PATCHES AND METHODS FOR THE TOPICAL TREATMENT OF ACUTE AND CHRONIC PAIN AND INFLAMMATION THEREWITH

摘要

This invention relates to matrix patches for the topical (i.e., transdermal) delivery of piroxicam and methods for the treatment of acute and chronic pain and inflammation therewith, particularly pain and inflammation caused by sports injuries or other muscle aches or injuries requiring the application of analgesic and/or anti-inflammation medication, in this instance, piroxicam.