MELOXICAM

Overview

MELOXICAM is a Schedule H drug.
Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Meloxicam is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis in adults. Meloxicam is also used to treat juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in children who are at least 2 years old.

Usage

MELOXICAM is generally used to treat: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution must be exercised in patients with history of GI disease, asthma, hypertension, heart disease, fluid retention or heart failure, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Monitor patients with advanced renal disease. It may cause dizziness, lightheadedness or fainting. Do not drive a car or operate machineries while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

MELOXICAM over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Abdomen Pain, Vomit

Common Side-Effects

MELOXICAM : Back Pain, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Eyes Blurred Vision, Abdomen Pain, Cough, Chills, Dizziness, Head Headache, Irregular Heartbeat, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Nausea, Throat Soreness, Loose Motion, Eyes Yellow Eyes

Serious Side-Effects

MELOXICAM : Head Headache, Weight Gain, Fatigue (tiredness), Ankles Swelling, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain

Rare Side-Effects

MELOXICAM : Skin Rash, Face Swelling, Dizziness, Body Itching, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

MELOXICAM can interfere with: Asthma, Congestive Heart Disease, Hypertension, Alcoholism, Colitis, Gastroenteritis, Ulcer, Duodenal, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Peptic Ulcer, Dermatitis, Acute Renal Failure, Hyponatremia, Anemia, Hyperkalemia, Thrombocytopathy, Thrombocytopenia, Vitamin K Deficiency

Technical Classification

MELOXICAM is categorized as: NONSTEROIDAL ANTI-INFLAMMATORY AGENTS / ANALGESICS / CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM AGENTS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with MELOXICAM as Ingredient

ARTAZ 15MG TAB	MELOXICAM 15.0 MG
ARTAZ 7.5MG TAB	MELOXICAM 7.5 MG
ECWIN 10MG CAP	MELOXICAM 10.0 MG
ECWIN 20MG CAP	MELOXICAM 20.0 MG
ECWIN 7.5MG TAB	MELOXICAM 7.5 MG
LORMED TAB	MELOXICAM
M CAM 15MG TAB	MELOXICAM 15.0 MG
M CAM 7.5MG TAB	MELOXICAM 7.5 MG
MEL OD 15MG TAB	MELOXICAM 15.0 MG
MEL OD 7.5MG TAB	MELOXICAM 7.5 MG
MELARET CRM	MELOXICAM
MELFLAM 15MG TAB	MELOXICAM 15.0 MG
MELFLAM 7.5MG TAB	MELOXICAM 7.5 MG
MELODOL 7.5MG/325MG TAB	PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, MELOXICAM 7.5 MG
MELONEX TAB	MELOXICAM 15.0 MG
MOVAC 15MG TAB	MELOXICAM 15.0 MG
MOVAC 7.5MG TAB	MELOXICAM 7.5 MG
MOVEL 15MG TAB	MELOXICAM 15.0 MG
MOVEL 7.5MG TAB	MELOXICAM 7.5 MG
MOVERA TAB	MELOXICAM 7.5 MG
MUVERA 15MG TAB	MELOXICAM 15 MG
MUVERA 7.5MG TAB	MELOXICAM 7.5 MG
RAFREE 15MG TAB	MELOXICAM 15.0 MG
RAFREE 7.5MG TAB	MELOXICAM 7.5 MG
TMEL TAB	MELOXICAM