Mocox Capsule 7.5 mg (Meloxicam)

Adult dose

1. Acute exacerbation 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 per day as necessary. 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. Do not administer more than 15 mg of this drug per day. Take it with water or another beverage during a meal. ○ In elderly patients or patients at increased risk of adverse reactions, treatment is usually initiated at a dose of 7.5 mg per day. ○ Patients with severe renal impairment receiving hemodialysis must not receive more than 7.5 mg per day.

Patients who consume large amounts of alcohol daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication, as gastrointestinal bleeding may occur. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, so those with heart conditions or risk factors should carefully monitor their symptoms. If chest pain or shortness of breath occurs, immediately stop taking the medication. Due to the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation, patients with a history of gastrointestinal disease or the elderly should be especially cautious. If gastrointestinal symptoms arise, seek medical evaluation immediately. This medication can cause serious skin allergic reactions; if skin rashes or mucosal damage occurs, stop taking the medication and consult a doctor. It can affect kidney or liver function, so patients with kidney or liver diseases need regular check-ups. Women who are planning to become pregnant or may become pregnant are advised not to use this medication, and women undergoing infertility testing should also stop taking it. Patients with hypersensitivity, a history of asthma, gastrointestinal bleeding, severe liver or kidney disease, pregnant women, and adolescents under 15 years old should not take this medication. Elderly patients, those with a history of gastrointestinal disease, and patients at risk for cardiovascular disease should use this medication cautiously, and they should be careful of dizziness when driving or operating machinery. This medication may interact with other anti-inflammatory drugs, anticoagulants, and diuretics, so inform your doctor or pharmacist of any medications you are currently taking. It should not be used during pregnancy, and nursing women should also avoid taking it. In the case of long-term use of this medication, regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests are required; if any abnormal symptoms arise, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a doctor. In case of overdose, visit a medical institution immediately for appropriate treatment, as there is no antidote for this medication and standard treatments like gastric lavage may be necessary. Store this medication in a container that blocks light, out of the reach of children, and in its original container, as transferring it to another container may risk quality degradation or misuse.

• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• cardiovascular thromboembolic reactions
• myocardial infarction
• stroke
• gastrointestinal or intestinal bleeding
• ulcers
• perforations
• exfoliative dermatitis
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• toxic epidermal necrolysis

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that blocks light. Additionally, it is best to store the medication at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This ensures that the effectiveness of the medication can be maintained for a longer period.

Appearance

A hard capsule with upper and lower greenish-yellow filled with powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle