Movac 15 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Movac 15 Tablet Information

Movac 15 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Other than this, Movac 15 Tablet has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Movac 15 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Movac 15 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Movac 15 Tablet go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Movac 15 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Movac 15 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Asthma, Kidney Disease, Gastritis must refrain from the use of Movac 15 Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Movac 15 Tablet contraindications section.

Besides this, Movac 15 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Movac 15 Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Movac Benefits & Uses
Movac Dosage & How to Take
Movac Side Effects
Movac Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Movac with Other Drugs
Movac Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Movac
Movac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Movac 15 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Movac 15 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Other Benefits

Rheumatoid Arthritis
Joint Stiffness
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis

Movac 15 Tablet 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

Movac 15 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Movac 15 Tablet is used -

Moderate

Blurred vision
Peripheral Edema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Epigastric Pain
Cough
Weight gain
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Diarrhoea
Dyspepsia
Belching
Infection
Headache
Sinus inflammation

Unknown

Loss of appetite
Bleeding Gums (Read More - Home remedies for bleeding gums)

Movac 15 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Movac 15 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Movac 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 Movac 15 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Movac may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Movac 15 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Movac may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Movac 15 Tablet on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Movac. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Movac 15 Tablet on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Movac 15 Tablet with Other Drugs

Movac 15 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Movac 15 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Movac 15 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Anemia
Heart Failure
Hyperkalemia
High Blood Pressure
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Gastritis

Frequently asked Questions about Movac 15 Tablet

Is this Movac 15 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Movac 15 Tablet is addictive.

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

Movac 15 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Movac 15 Tablet only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Movac 15 Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Movac 15 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Movac 15 Tablet

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Movac 15 Tablet with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Movac 15 Tablet

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Movac 15 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Movac 15 Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Movac for gout?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Movac can be taken for gout (acute gouty arthritis) but it is generally not preferred for the treatment of gout because other drugs of its same class such as rofecoxib and diclofenac are more effective in providing relief from pain in gout than this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Movac cause weight gain?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Movac may cause weight gain. It is presumed that weight gain occurs because this drug causes increased appetite or fluid retention in the body which leads to weight gain. If you are experiencing unusual weight gain or swelling (a sign of fluid retention in the body) after taking this drug, then you are advised to discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is it safe to take Movac?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Movac is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this drug then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Movac and diclofenac together?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

You can take Movac and diclofenac together only on your doctor's advice because taking this drug along with diclofenac increases the risk of side effects such as ulceration and bleeding.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Movac a blood thinner?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

No, Movac 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).