Meloxicam Tablet

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Meloxicam Tablet

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Meloxicam Information

Meloxicam is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Meloxicam depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.



Meloxicam Benefits & Uses

Meloxicam is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Meloxicam Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Osteoarthritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Osteoarthritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease: Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.12 mg/kg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Meloxicam Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Meloxicam is used -

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Epigastric Pain
  • Cough
  • Weight gain
  • Skin Rash
  • Diarrhoea
  • Dyspepsia
  • Belching
  • Infection
  • Headache
  • Sinus inflammation

Unknown

Meloxicam Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Meloxicam safe for pregnant women?


    Meloxicam shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Meloxicam safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Meloxicam. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Meloxicam on the Kidneys?


    Meloxicam may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Meloxicam on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Meloxicam. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Meloxicam on the Heart?


    Meloxicam may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate


Severe Interaction of Meloxicam with Other Drugs

Meloxicam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe



Meloxicam Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Meloxicam unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Meloxicam

  • Is this Meloxicam habit forming or addictive?


    Meloxicam does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    Meloxicam will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Meloxicam only on doctor's advice.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Meloxicam for mental disorders.

    No

Meloxicam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Meloxicam


    Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Meloxicam together with food.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Meloxicam


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Meloxicam as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Meloxicam

Question over 5 years ago

Can Meloxicam cause bleeding?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Long-term use of Meloxicam at higher doses may cause bleeding. Bleeding occurs because long-term(more than 3 months) of this drug causes damage to the mucosal layer of the gastrointestinal tract that leads to ulceration which causes bleeding.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Meloxicam for tooth pain?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Meloxicam might be taken for tooth pain (dental pain). Clinical studies have found this drug safe and effective in reducing the tooth pain after dental surgery. 

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Meloxicam a blood thinner?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Meloxicam is not a blood thinner. It contains meloxicam which is a pain-killer (analgesic) and anti-inflammatory medication that belongs to the class of drug known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Meloxicam on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Meloxicam should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing it on your own might affect the therapeutic benefits of this drug. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Meloxicam cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Chirag Bhingradiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Meloxicam might cause high blood pressure (hypertension). It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are already suffering from hypertension then do let your doctor know about it so that he can take precautionary measures.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Mobic® (meloxicam)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 204

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 809-810

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