Meloxicam 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 necessary. 2. Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis: ○ Adults: Administer meloxicam 15 mg orally once daily. Depending on response to treatment, the dose may be reduced to 7.5 mg per day. Do not administer more than 15 mg of this medicine per day. Take the daily dose as a single dose with water or another beverage during a meal. ○ For older adults or patients at increased risk of adverse reactions (e.g., a history of gastrointestinal disease or cardiovascular risk factors), treatment is usually started at a dose of 7.5 mg per day. ○ Patients with severe renal impairment undergoing hemodialysis should not receive more than 7.5 mg per day.

This medication should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist if the patient drinks heavily every day. This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding, thus caution is required. This medication may increase the risk of serious thrombotic events such as myocardial infarction or stroke in individuals with heart or vascular problems or risk factors. Therefore, if such symptoms occur, the medication should be stopped immediately and the patient should consult a doctor. This medication can cause serious gastrointestinal problems such as bleeding, ulcers, or perforation. Special caution should be taken for the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases, and if any discomfort is felt, the patient should inform a doctor immediately. This medication can cause severe skin reactions or life-threatening allergic reactions, so if abnormal skin symptoms appear, consumption should be stopped and the patient should inform a doctor. It may exacerbate kidney problems in individuals with impaired renal function, so renal status should be periodically checked. It may affect liver function, making liver function tests necessary; if abnormalities are found, the medication should be discontinued. This medication can decrease fertility in women, so it is advisable not to use it if pregnancy is planned. This medication should not be used in individuals with known allergic reactions, certain gastrointestinal diseases, severely impaired kidney or liver function, significant heart disease, pregnant or nursing women, or adolescents under 15 years of age. When taking this medication, the patient must inform the doctor about any history of gastrointestinal diseases, skin reactions, old age, renal or liver problems, and cardiovascular risk factors, and such individuals should take particular care. This medication may interact with other NSAIDs, anticoagulants, diuretics, lithium, methotrexate, etc., so if the patient is taking other medications, they must inform the doctor or pharmacist. This medication should not be used during pregnancy as it can severely impact the fetus, and it is also safer not to take it while breastfeeding. Elderly patients should take care, as renal and liver function may be reduced, starting with the minimum dose and consulting a doctor immediately if any abnormal symptoms occur. In case of overdose, symptoms such as drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal bleeding may appear, and in such cases, the patient should visit a hospital immediately for appropriate treatment. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored sealed in its original container for safety.

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 reaction, interstitial nephritis, glomerulonephritis, renal medullary necrosis, nephrotic syndrome, elevated serum transaminases, increased liver function tests, increased 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, anaphylaxis-like reactions, discomfort, confusion, loss of orientation, mood changes, mood disorders, insomnia, nightmares, anxiety, increased appetite, depression, irritability, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, head pressure, fatigue, sluggishness, taste dysfunction, mental confusion, seizures, sensory abnormalities, tremors, blurred vision, visual impairment, conjunctivitis, foreign body sensation in the eye, scleral hemorrhage, tinnitus, palpitations, increased blood pressure, flushing, facial flushing, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypotension, hypertension, myocardial infarction, angina, heart failure, vasculitis, cough, upper respiratory infection, asthma, bronchospasm, shortness of breath, allergic reactions to aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, bloating, diarrhea, loss of appetite, peptic ulcer, occult gastrointestinal bleeding, gross gastrointestinal bleeding, stomatitis, gastritis, esophagitis, belching, dry mouth, thirst, angular cheilitis, occult blood in stool, gastrointestinal perforation, colitis, pancreatitis, melena, perforated peptic ulcer, hepatitis, angioedema, vesicular dermatitis, erythema multiforme, photosensitivity reactions, contact dermatitis, fixed drug eruption, urine retention, elevated plasma creatinine levels, increased urea levels, 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 limb edema, malaise, fever, facial edema, syncope, weight loss, weight gain, breast and axillary 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, so it should be stored in a special container that blocks light. Additionally, the medication should be stored at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain effectiveness.

Appearance

A hard capsule with a light green upper part and yellow lower part containing a light yellow powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle