MeroCox Capsule 15mg (Meloxicam)

Adult dose

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

This medication may cause gastric bleeding in those who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks daily, so it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. This medication can pose risks to the cardiovascular system, and there is a possibility of serious thrombotic events such as myocardial infarction or stroke; therefore, those with a history of cardiovascular disease or risk factors should exercise extra caution. There is a risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations, so those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases or elderly individuals should be monitored closely while taking this medication. Rarely, serious allergic or hypersensitivity reactions may occur, so if symptoms such as skin rash or mucosal damage arise, medication should be discontinued immediately. This medication may affect kidney function, so individuals with kidney diseases or renal failure should be especially cautious, and liver function should also be monitored carefully. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not take this medication, and nursing mothers should avoid its use as well. It is advisable not to use this medication in conjunction with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, particularly when taken with anticoagulants, diuretics, lithium, or methotrexate, as the risk of side effects may increase, so one should follow a doctor's instructions in such cases. During treatment, if symptoms such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe dizziness, skin rash, or gastrointestinal bleeding appear, medication should be stopped immediately, and consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary. Elderly individuals should take the minimum dose cautiously due to decreased kidney and liver function and should carefully monitor for adverse reactions. In cases of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding, and in severe cases, renal failure or heart issues may arise; therefore, one should seek appropriate care at a medical institution immediately.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, major cardiovascular thrombotic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, bleeding of the stomach or intestines, ulcers, perforation, exfoliative dermatitis, mucocutaneous 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, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, decreased plasma iron, decreased hemoglobin, reduced hematocrit values, increased neutrophils, increased eosinophils, increased basophils, increased monocytes, agranulocytosis, anaphylaxis, malaise, confusion, loss of directional sense, mood changes, mood disorders, insomnia, nightmares, anxiety, increased appetite, depression, nervous irritability, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, cranial pressure, fatigue, lethargy, taste dysfunction, mental confusion, seizures, sensory abnormalities, tremor, blurred vision, conjunctivitis, foreign body sensation in the eye, subconjunctival hemorrhage, tinnitus, palpitations, increased blood pressure, flushing, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypotension, hypertension, myocardial infarction, angina, heart failure, vasculitis, cough, upper respiratory infection, asthma, bronchial spasm, shortness of breath, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, bloating, diarrhea, loss of appetite, peptic ulcers, occult gastrointestinal bleeding, gross gastrointestinal bleeding, stomatitis, gastritis, esophagitis, belching, dry mouth, thirst, angular cheilitis, hematuria, gastric perforation, colitis, pancreatitis, melena, perforated peptic ulcer, hepatitis, elevated plasma transaminase levels, increased bilirubin, jaundice, liver failure, alopecia, increased sweating, skin rash, urticaria, pruritus, angioedema, bullous dermatitis, erythema multiforme, photosensitivity reactions, contact dermatitis, fixed drug eruption, urinary retention, elevated plasma creatinine levels, increased urea levels, decreased total protein, decreased albumin, proteinuria, glucosuria, increased urine sediment, hematuria, sodium and fluid retention, hyperkalemia, acute renal failure, decreased urine output, frequent urination, urinary tract infections, interstitial nephritis, edema, lower limb edema, malaise, fever, facial edema, syncope, weight loss, weight gain, pain in the armpits and breasts, arthralgia, low back pain, pain in the armpits and chest, stiffness, lower limb weakness, reduced 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 should be stored in a tightly closed container that blocks light, and the storage temperature should be maintained between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. By doing so, the effectiveness of the medication can be well-maintained and deterioration can be prevented.

Appearance

It is a hard capsule containing yellow powder, with dark green (top) to pale yellow (bottom) coloring.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle