Brand name: MOBIC ( Meloxicam )
Pronounced: MOH-bik
Generic name: Meloxicam
Why is MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) prescribed?
MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) in prescription
form. It is used to relieve the pain and stiffness of osteoarthritis.
Most important fact about MOBIC ( Meloxicam )
You should have frequent checkups with your doctor if you take MOBIC ( Meloxicam )
regularly. Like other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) can
cause ulcers or internal bleeding that occurs without warning.
How should you take MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) without a prescriptions?
MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) may be taken with or without food.
If you miss a dose...
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next
dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule.
Never take two doses at once.
Storage instructions...
Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Keep away
from moisture.
MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) side effects
Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity,
inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine
if it is safe for you to continue taking MOBIC ( Meloxicam ).
* Side effects may include:
Diarrhea, flu-like symptoms, indigestion, nausea,
Why should MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) not be prescribed?
Do not take MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) if you have ever had an allergic reaction to another
NSAID such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), or naproxen (Aleve,
Naprosyn), or have had asthma attacks or skin eruptions caused by drugs
of this type. Make sure that your doctor is aware of any drug reactions
that you may have experienced.
Special warnings about MOBIC ( Meloxicam )
Serious, potentially fatal allergic reactions are possible if you
are sensitive to aspirin or other NSAIDs, especially if you have asthma.
Seek medical help immediately if you experience difficulty breathing
or develop hives while taking MOBIC ( Meloxicam ).
NSAIDs may trigger ulcers, inflammation, bleeding, and perforation
of the stomach or intestines, especially if you're an older adult or
you've had such problems in the past. The risk increases if you're
also taking steroid medications or a blood-thinning drug, or smoke
tobacco or drink alcohol. The chances of a problem also increase the
longer you take the drug. Check with your doctor immediately if you
develop any stomach or intestinal problems.
Because MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) can cause liver or kidney problems in some people, it
should be used with great caution if you already have severe liver
or kidney disease, or are suffering from dehydration. Stop taking the
drug and call your doctor immediately if you notice these warning signs
of liver trouble: nausea, fatigue, drowsiness, itching, yellowish skin,
flu-like symptoms, and pain in the upper right abdomen.
MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) may cause anemia. It can also cause water retention, so you
should use it with caution if you have high blood pressure or heart
disease. Alert your doctor if you develop swelling or weight gain.
MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) also tends to slow the clotting process. If you have a clotting
disorder or are taking blood thinners, your doctor should monitor you
carefully.
MOBIC ( Meloxicam )'s safety in children under 18 has not been verified.
Possible food and drug interactions when taking MOBIC ( Meloxicam )
If MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either
could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially important
to check with your doctor before combining MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) with the following:
Aspirin
Blood pressure and heart medications called ACE inhibitors, including
Accupril, Aceon, Altace, Prinivil, Univasc, and Zestril
Blood-thinning drugs such as Coumadin
Furosemide (Lasix)
Lithium (Lithonate)
Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
It is possible that MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) could cause harm during pregnancy, and it
is best to avoid it. Under no circumstances should you take it late
in a pregnancy.
MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) may appear in breast milk and could cause serious side effects
in the infant. Do not take MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) while nursing; discontinue the drug
or stop breastfeeding.
Recommended dosage for MOBIC ( Meloxicam )
ADULTS
Overdosage
Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you
suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.
* Typical symptoms of MOBIC ( Meloxicam ) overdose include:
Drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and bleeding
