Meloxicam Capsule (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 daily as needed. 2. Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis: ○ Adults: Administer 15 mg of this medicine orally once daily. The dose may be reduced to 7.5 mg daily according to the response to treatment. Do not administer more than 15 mg of this medicine per day. Take it with water or another beverage during a meal. ○ For elderly patients or those at increased risk of adverse reactions, treatment is generally started at a dose of 7.5 mg daily. ○ Patients with severe renal impairment receiving hemodialysis must not receive more than 7.5 mg daily.

Patients who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. Frequent alcohol consumption may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding when taking this medication. This medication may affect the cardiovascular system, so individuals at risk of heart disease or stroke should exercise caution. Careful monitoring of symptoms between the doctor and patient is necessary, even in those without a history of cardiovascular disease. Serious gastrointestinal problems such as bleeding, ulcers, or perforations may occur, so patients with a history of gastrointestinal disease, the elderly, or those on anticoagulants should take precautions. If gastrointestinal symptoms occur, immediate evaluation and treatment by a doctor are required. This medication may cause serious skin reactions or allergic responses, so if any abnormal skin symptoms arise, discontinuation of the drug and consultation with a doctor are necessary. Since it may affect liver and kidney functions, patients with liver or kidney disease should undergo regular examinations and discontinue the medication if symptoms are severe or persistent. It may affect fertility; therefore, it is advisable not to use it if planning a pregnancy and it should not be taken by women during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Patients with specific allergies or hypersensitivity, active gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding, severe liver and kidney impairment, heart failure, and hypertension should not take this medication. Elderly patients, those with a history of gastrointestinal disease, and patients at risk of cardiovascular disease should take particular care and follow the doctor's instructions when taking this medication. During treatment, regular blood tests, liver function tests, and kidney function tests should be performed to monitor for adverse reactions. This medication interacts with many other drugs, particularly anticoagulants, diuretics, antihypertensives, lithium, and methotrexate; consulting a doctor and careful monitoring is required when taking them together. In case of overdose, symptoms such as vomiting, drowsiness, and gastrointestinal bleeding may occur; immediate visit to a medical institution for appropriate treatment is necessary. Keep this medication out of reach of children and store it sealed in its original container. It is important to consult a doctor or pharmacist immediately if any unusual symptoms occur during treatment.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, serious cardiovascular thromboembolic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, bleeding from the stomach or intestines, ulcers, perforation, 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, increased plasma creatinine, increased blood urea nitrogen, aplastic anemia, bone marrow suppression, changes in blood cell counts, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, decreased plasma iron, decreased hemoglobin, decreased hematocrit, increased neutrophils, increased eosinophils, increased basophils, increased monocytes, agranulocytosis, anaphylaxis, malaise, 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 fog, convulsions, sensory disturbances, tremors, blurred vision, conjunctivitis, foreign body sensation in the eye, subconjunctival hemorrhage, tinnitus, palpitations, hypertension, flushing, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypotension, hypertension, angina pectoris, heart failure, vasculitis, cough, upper respiratory infection, asthma, bronchospasm, dyspnea, 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, perforating peptic ulcer, hepatitis, jaundice, liver failure, alopecia, increased sweating, skin rash, urticaria, angioedema, vesicular dermatitis, erythema multiforme, photosensitivity reactions, contact dermatitis, fixed drug eruption, urinary retention, changes in renal function tests, proteinuria, glucosuria, increased urine sediment, hematuria, sodium and fluid retention, hyperkalemia, acute renal failure, decreased urine output, urinary frequency, urinary tract infection, interstitial nephritis, edema, lower limb edema, malaise, fever, facial swelling, syncope, weight loss, weight gain, pain in armpit or breast, arthralgia, back pain, pain in armpit or chest, rigidity, lower limb weakness, decreased female reproductive capacity, dehydration, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, epigastric pain, hypertension, acute renal failure, liver failure, respiratory depression, coma, convulsions, cardiovascular collapse, cardiac arrest

Store this medication in a container that protects from light and allows proper ventilation. It is essential to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

[Domestic] Hard capsules with a green upper and lower part filled with a pale yellow content [Export] Hard capsules with a green upper and lower part containing a yellow to pale yellow powder

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle, 500 capsules/bottle