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  1. Common brand names: Mobic, Vivlodex

    Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis.

    May Treat: Juvenile idiopathic arthritis · Osteoarthritis · Pain · Rheumatoid arthritis

    Brand Names: Mobic · Vivlodex · Anjeso · Qmiiz ODT

    Drug Class: NSAID Analgesics (COX Non-Specific) - Oxicam Derivatives

    Availability: Prescription Required

    Pregnancy: Consult a doctor before using

    Lactation: Consult a doctor before using

    Alcohol: Limit intake while taking this medication

    Driving: May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Use caution

    Precautions

    • Watch for bleeding, heart attack or stroke signs.
    • Avoid use in pregnancy from 20 weeks until birth
    • Limit alcohol consumption and stop using tobacco.
    • Low dose daily aspirin ok Ask MD about other NSAIDs
    • For suspension, oral products : Shake well & measure with dosing spoon/cup/syringe. Call Dr if heartburn, or swallowing/stomach pain.
    • For tablet products : Before use, important to read the Medication Guide. Take with 8 oz. liquid. Do not lie down for 10min. May make you drowsy or dizzy. Drive with caution. Call Dr if you have black stools or stomach pain.
    • For tablet, disintegrating products : Peel open with dry hands & place tablet on tongue.
    • For vial products : Inject into a vein, not into muscle/under skin. May make you dizzy. Use caution when driving. Call MD if new abdominal pain/yellowing eyes/skin. Call doctor if you are not getting better.

    For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice.

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    Meloxicam carries a black box warning issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) about serious side effects. The most serious side effects of meloxicam include cardiovascular events, such as heart attack or stroke, and gastrointestinal events, such as bleeding or ulcers in the stomach or intestines.
    Meloxicam works to reduce pain by decreasing the production of prostaglandins, which are chemicals that contribute to inflammation, especially within the joints of the body. Other NSAIDs like Ibuprofen (Motrin), Indomethacin (Indocin), and Nabumetone (Relafen) work the same way. Is Meloxicam a Strong Painkiller?
    Meloxicam blocks cyclooxygenase (COX), the enzyme responsible for converting arachidonic acid into prostaglandin H 2 —the first step in the synthesis of prostaglandins, which are mediators of inflammation. Meloxicam has been shown, especially at low therapeutic doses, to selectively inhibit COX-2 over COX-1.
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    Meloxicam works by blocking the effects of the enzymes cyclooxygenase (COX)-1 and COX-2 which prevents prostaglandin synthesis. Prostaglandins elevate body temperature and make nerve endings more sensitive to pain transmission. Meloxicam belongs to a group of medicines known as NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
  3. WebMar 8, 2023 · Meloxicam is a prescription drug for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, juvenile arthritis and other conditions. It belongs to a class of NSAIDs that stop inflammation and pain. It can cause serious heart or …