Common brand names: Mobic, Vivlodex
Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you've had:
- Asthma (including a history of worsening breathing after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs)
- Liver disease
- Stomach/intestine/esophagus problems (such as bleeding, ulcers, recurring heartburn)
- Heart disease (such as history of heart attack)
- High blood pressure
- Stroke
- Blood disorders (such as anemia, bleeding/clotting problems)
- Growths in the nose (nasal polyps)
Products that may interact with this drug include:
- Aliskiren
- ACE inhibitors (such as captopril, lisinopril)
- Angiotensin II receptor blockers (such as losartan, valsartan)
- Cidofovir
- Lithium
- Methotrexate (high-dose treatment)
- Water pills (diuretics such as furosemide)
- If you are pregnant or of childbearing age, discuss the risks/benefits of this medication with your doctor and pharmacist. ; Do not take aspirin products without doctor approval. Continue taking low-dose aspirin to prevent heart attack/stroke unless doctor tells you to stop. ; If you drink alcohol, discuss the safe use of alcohol while using this medication with your healthcare professional. ; May cause dizziness ; This drug may impair the ability to operate a vehicle, vessel (e.g., boat), or machinery. Use care until you become familiar with its effects. ; Avoid prolonged or excessive exposure to direct and/or artificial sunlight while using this medication. ; For suspension, oral products : Shake gently ; For tablet products : May take with food to lessen chance of stomach upset. ; For tablet products : Do not lie down for at least 10 minutes after taking this medication. ; For tablet products : Medication should be taken with plenty of water. ; For tablet, disintegrating products : Open packaging with dry hands. Dissolve medicine on the tongue or in the mouth. ;