Calmrox Capsule (Meloxicam)

Adult dose

1. Acute exacerbations of osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis): ○ Adults: Administer 7.5 mg of meloxicam orally once daily. If symptoms do not improve, the dose may be increased to 15 mg daily as needed. 2. Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis: ○ Adults: Administer 15 mg of this medicine orally once daily. The dose may be reduced to 7.5 mg daily according to the response to treatment. Do not administer more than 15 mg of this medicine daily. Take it with water or another beverage during a meal. ○ For elderly patients or those at increased risk of adverse reactions, treatment is usually started at a dose of 7.5 mg daily. ○ Patients with severe renal failure undergoing hemodialysis should not receive more than 7.5 mg daily.

This medication can cause gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than a certain amount of alcohol daily, so it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. This medication poses a risk of issues related to the heart and blood vessels; thus, patients with cardiovascular diseases or risk factors should exercise increased caution. This medication can cause severe gastrointestinal side effects, so individuals with a history of gastrointestinal diseases or the elderly should be particularly careful, and if symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding or ulcers appear, immediate medical treatment is necessary. Severe allergic or hypersensitivity reactions may occur on the skin, so if a skin rash or mucosal damage is observed, the medication should be discontinued. This medication can impact kidney and liver function, so patients with kidney or liver diseases should undergo regular function tests and discontinue use in the presence of abnormalities. Women planning to conceive or those who may be pregnant are advised against using this medication, and it should not be taken during pregnancy or lactation. This medication is not to be administered to patients with a history of certain allergies or hypersensitivity reactions, severe liver or kidney diseases, or active gastrointestinal ulcers. The elderly are at a higher risk for side effects due to decreased body functions, so it should be used cautiously at a minimum dose. While taking this medication, there may be interactions with other drugs, so it is important to inform the doctor or pharmacist about any other medications being taken. In case of overdose, emergency measures such as gastric lavage are required, and appropriate treatment should be given based on symptoms. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored safely in its original container.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, serious cardiovascular thrombotic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, bleeding from the stomach or intestines, ulcers, perforation, exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, anaphylactic reactions, interstitial nephritis, glomerulonephritis, renal medullary necrosis, nephrotic syndrome, elevated serum transaminases, increased liver function tests, elevated plasma creatinine, increased blood urea nitrogen, aplastic anemia, bone marrow suppression, changes in blood cell counts, decreased white blood cells, thrombocytopenia, anemia, decreased plasma iron, decreased hemoglobin, decreased hematocrit, increased neutrophils, increased eosinophils, increased basophils, increased monocytes, agranulocytosis, anaphylaxis, malaise, confusion, loss of orientation, mood changes, mood disorders, insomnia, nightmares, anxiety, increased appetite, depression, neuroexcitability, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, intracranial pressure, fatigue, lethargy, taste dysfunction, mental confusion, seizures, sensory abnormalities, tremors, blurred vision, conjunctivitis, foreign body sensation in the eye, ocular scleral hemorrhage, tinnitus, palpitations, increased blood pressure, flushing, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypotension, hypertension, myocardial infarction, angina pectoris, heart failure, vasculitis, cough, upper respiratory infection, asthma, bronchospasm, dyspnea, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, bloating, diarrhea, loss of appetite, peptic ulcer, occult gastrointestinal bleeding, visible gastrointestinal bleeding, stomatitis, gastritis, esophagitis, belching, dry mouth, thirst, angular cheilitis, occult blood in stool, gastric perforation, colitis, pancreatitis, melena, perforated peptic ulcer, hepatitis, jaundice, liver failure, alopecia, increased sweating, skin rash, urticaria, angioedema, vesicular dermatitis, erythema multiforme, photosensitivity reactions, contact dermatitis, fixed drug eruption, urinary retention, changes in kidney function tests, decreased total protein, decreased albumin, proteinuria, glycosuria, increased urine sediment, hematuria, sodium and fluid retention, hyperkalemia, acute renal failure, decreased urine output, frequent urination, urinary tract infection, interstitial nephritis, edema, lower extremity edema, malaise, fever, facial swelling, fainting, weight loss, weight gain, axillary/breast pain, arthralgia, low back pain, axillary/chest pain, rigidity, lower extremity weakness, decreased female reproductive capacity, dehydration, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, epigastric pain, hypertension, acute renal failure, liver failure, respiratory depression, coma, seizures, cardiovascular collapse, cardiac arrest

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light to pass through. Additionally, it is best to store the medication at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

Capsules with a light yellow powder in green upper and lower shells

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle