Meloxicam Capsule 15 mg (Meloxicam)

Adult dose

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

This medication may cause gastric bleeding if taken by individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages a day, so be sure to consult a doctor or pharmacist. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, and serious cardiovascular issues such as myocardial infarction or stroke may occur, so patients with a history of cardiovascular disease or risk factors should be monitored closely. This medication can cause serious gastrointestinal adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation, so those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases or the elderly should be particularly cautious. There may be severe allergic reactions or serious skin conditions, so if skin rash or mucosal damage occurs, discontinue use immediately. It may affect renal function, so patients with kidney disease or those with hypertension or heart failure should take it cautiously and undergo regular kidney function tests. Abnormal liver function may occur, so administration should be done carefully in patients with a history of liver disease or abnormal liver function test results. This medication may be harmful to the fetus during pregnancy, so pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should not take it, and it is advisable for breastfeeding women to avoid use as well. Taking this medication with other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, so concurrent use should be avoided, and if taken with anticoagulants or certain medications, the risk of bleeding may increase, so follow the doctor's instructions. This medication may cause drowsiness or dizziness when driving or operating machinery, so caution is advised when these symptoms occur. The elderly have a higher risk of adverse reactions due to weakened renal and liver function, so it’s advisable to take only the minimal effective dose with caution. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal bleeding may occur, and in severe cases, renal failure, liver failure, or coma may develop, so immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container to prevent deterioration in quality or misuse.

• Gastrointestinal hemorrhage
• cardiovascular thrombotic reactions
• myocardial infarction
• stroke
• bleeding from the stomach or intestines
• ulcer
• perforation
• exfoliative dermatitis
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• toxic epidermal necrolysis

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a dark container that protects it from light. Additionally, it is important to store the medication at room temperature, between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius, to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

A greenish upper and yellow lower capsule containing a yellowish powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle