Product Name: Meloxicam 7.5 mg Tablet
Generic Name: Meloxicam
Strength: 7.5 mg per tablet
Form: Pale yellow, round, biconvex, scored film‑coated or plain tablet
Drug Class: Non‑Steroidal Anti‑Inflammatory Drug (NSAID), preferential COX‑2 inhibitor
Description
Works by blocking prostaglandins to reduce inflammation, pain, and fever. Once‑daily dosing, lower starting strength, better gastrointestinal tolerance than older NSAIDs.
Indications
- Short‑term relief of osteoarthritis flare‑ups
- Maintenance dose for rheumatoid arthritis & ankylosing spondylitis
- Mild‑to‑moderate pain: backache, muscle strains, joint stiffness
- Preferred starting dose for elderly or sensitive patients
Dosage & Administration
- Adults & ≥16 years: 7.5 mg once daily; may increase to 15 mg/day if needed
- Elderly / kidney impairment: 7.5 mg daily only
- Take: With a full meal or milk + water to protect stomach lining
- Max: Do not exceed 15 mg in 24 hours
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to meloxicam, aspirin, or other NSAIDs
- Active peptic ulcer, GI bleeding or perforation
- Severe heart, liver, or kidney failure
- Third‑trimester pregnancy; children under 16 years
Precautions
- May cause stomach irritation, ulcers, or fluid retention with long‑term use
- Do not combine with aspirin, other NSAIDs, or blood thinners without doctor approval
- Use caution in hypertension, heart disease, asthma, liver/kidney issues
- Pregnancy/lactation: Use only if prescribed by a doctor
Side Effects
Common: Indigestion, stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness
Less common: Swelling in hands/feet, rash, elevated liver enzymes
Serious: Black/tarry stools, chest pain, shortness of breath, blistering rash → stop & seek emergency help
Storage
Store below 30°C, tightly closed, protect from moisture & sunlight. Keep out of reach of children
Product Code: GhbPhoz
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