Aprogen Meloxicam Capsule

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 15 mg of this drug orally once daily. The dose may be reduced to 7.5 mg per day according to response to treatment. This drug should not be administered at doses exceeding 15 mg per day and should be taken with water or another beverage during a meal. ○ In older adults 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 should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist before use by individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily, as it may cause gastrointestinal bleeding. This medication can affect the cardiovascular system, so patients with cardiovascular diseases or risk factors should exercise extra caution. If symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, or slurred speech occur during administration, the medication should be stopped immediately, and medical attention sought. This medication can cause severe gastrointestinal issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation, so individuals, especially the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal conditions, should be particularly careful. If gastrointestinal pain or bleeding symptoms occur during administration, immediate consultation with a healthcare professional is advised. This medication may cause severe skin reactions or allergic reactions, so if symptoms such as skin rash or mucous membrane damage occur, it should be discontinued immediately. It may affect kidney function, so individuals with kidney disease or those taking diuretics or antihypertensive medications should have their kidney function monitored periodically. This medication should not be taken during pregnancy, and women planning to become pregnant should also avoid it. Furthermore, it is advisable for breastfeeding women not to take this medication. This medication can interact with other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, anticoagulants, lithium, methotrexate, etc., so if other medications are being taken, it is essential to inform the doctor or pharmacist. This medication should be administered cautiously to the elderly, starting at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal bleeding may occur, and in severe cases, renal failure, liver failure, or heart problems may arise, necessitating immediate medical treatment. Finally, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container, as transferring it to another container may affect its quality.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, serious cardiovascular thrombotic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, bleeding from the stomach or intestines, ulcers, perforations, 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, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, decreased plasma iron, reduced hemoglobin, decreased hematocrit, increased neutrophils, increased eosinophils, increased basophils, increased monocytes, agranulocytosis, anaphylaxis, anaphylactoid reaction, discomfort, confusion, loss of orientation, mood changes, mood disorders, insomnia, nightmares, anxiety, increased appetite, depression, irritability, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, cranial discomfort, fatigue, lethargy, taste dysfunction, mental confusion, seizures, sensory disturbances, tremors, blurred vision, conjunctivitis, foreign body sensation in the eye, hemorrhage in the eye sclera, tinnitus, palpitations, elevated blood pressure, flushing, facial flushing, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypotension, hypertension, myocardial infarction, angina, heart failure, vasculitis, cough, upper respiratory tract infection, asthma, bronchial spasms, dyspnea, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, bloating, diarrhea, loss of appetite, peptic ulcer, occult gastrointestinal bleeding, overt gastrointestinal bleeding, stomatitis, gastritis, esophagitis, belching, dry mouth, thirst, angular cheilitis, hematuria, gastric perforation, colitis, pancreatitis, melena, perforating peptic ulcer, hepatitis, elevated plasma transaminase levels, increased bilirubin, jaundice, liver failure, skin rash, urticaria, itching, angioedema, vesicular dermatitis, erythema multiforme, photosensitivity reactions, contact dermatitis, fixed drug eruption, urinary disorders, increased plasma creatinine, elevated urea levels, decreased total protein, decreased albumin, proteinuria, glucosuria, increased urine sediment, urinary hematuria, sodium and fluid retention, hyperkalemia, acute renal failure, decreased urine output, urinary frequency, urinary tract infection, interstitial nephritis, edema, peripheral edema, malaise, fever, facial edema, syncope, weight loss, weight gain, axillary and breast pain, arthralgia, low back pain, axillary and chest pain, stiffness, lower limb 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; therefore, it should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light. Additionally, it is best to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A hard capsule with green-colored lower and upper parts filled with off-yellow powder

Package unit

30, 300 capsules/bottle