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Meloxicam is used for:
Treating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and juvenile arthritis. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Meloxicam is an NSAID. Exactly how it works is not known. It may block certain substances in the body that are linked to inflammation. NSAIDs treat the symptoms of pain and inflammation. They do not treat the disease that causes those symptoms.
Do NOT use Meloxicam if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Meloxicam
- you have had a severe allergic reaction (eg, severe rash, hives, trouble breathing, growths in the nose, dizziness) to aspirin or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) (eg, ibuprofen, celecoxib)
- you have recently had or will be having bypass heart surgery
- you have a peptic ulcer
- you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you
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How to use Meloxicam :
Use Meloxicam as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Meloxicam comes with an extra patient information sheet called a Medication Guide. Read it carefully. Read it again each time you get Meloxicam refilled.
- Take Meloxicam by mouth. It may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach. Taking it with food may not lower the risk of stomach or bowel problems (eg, bleeding, ulcers). Talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you have persistent stomach upset.
- Take Meloxicam with a full glass of water (8 oz/240 mL) as directed by your doctor.
- If you take cholestyramine, ask your doctor or pharmacist how to take it with Meloxicam .
- If you miss a dose of Meloxicam , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Meloxicam .
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