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

Melflam 15 Mg Tablet Information

Melflam 15 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Osteoarthritis. Secondary and off-label uses of Melflam 15 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Melflam 15 Mg Tablet is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Melflam 15 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Melflam 15 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Melflam 15 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Melflam 15 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Melflam 15 Mg Tablet related warnings section.

Melflam 15 Mg Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Asthma, Kidney Disease, Gastritis as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Melflam 15 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Melflam 15 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Melflam 15 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Melflam Benefits & Uses
Melflam Dosage & How to Take
Melflam Side Effects
Melflam Related Warnings
Melflam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Melflam
Melflam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Melflam 15 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Melflam 15 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Osteoarthritis

Other Benefits

Rheumatoid Arthritis
Joint Stiffness
Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis

Melflam 15 Mg 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

Melflam 15 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Melflam 15 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Melflam. If you are pregnant, do not take Melflam without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Melflam 15 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Melflam 15 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Melflam rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Melflam 15 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Melflam. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Melflam only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Melflam 15 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Melflam 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

Melflam 15 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Melflam 15 Mg 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 Melflam 15 Mg Tablet

Is this Melflam 15 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Melflam 15 Mg Tablet has not been reported.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

Melflam 15 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Melflam 15 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Melflam 15 Mg Tablet

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

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Melflam 15 Mg Tablet

Consuming Melflam 15 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Melflam 15 Mg Tablet

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Melflam for gout?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Melflam 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 almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Melflam on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

No, Melflam 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

Does Melflam cause constipation?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Melflam may cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug and the exact cause of constipation is not known. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.

Question over 5 years ago

Is it safe to take Melflam?

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, Melflam 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 over 4 years ago

Can I take Melflam and tramadol together?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, you can Melflam and tramadol together. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. Hence it is alright to take them together. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with tramadol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.