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Troxycam Capsule 7.5 mg (Meloxicam)

Troxycam Capsule 7.5 mg (Meloxicam)

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Meloxicam›7.5mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
SaeHan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Hard capsules with a light yellow powder filling that are dark green on the upper and lower sides
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201207487 · Approved 2012.10.29 · Insurance code 651300510

Summary

Main use
Relief of symptoms of acute exacerbations of osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and rheumatoid arthritis
Who takes it
Adults
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 up to 15 mg daily as needed. 2) Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis ○ Adults: Administer 15 mg of this medicine orally once daily. Depending on the response to treatment, the dose may be reduced to 7.5 mg daily. Do not administer more than 15 mg of this medicine daily. Take it with water or another beverage during a meal. ○ In older adults or patients at increased risk of adverse reactions, treatment is usually initiated at a dose of 7.5 mg daily. ○ Patients with severe renal impairment undergoing hemodialysis must not receive more than 7.5 mg daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
SaeHan Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of symptoms of acute exacerbations of osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and rheumatoid arthritis

  • Pain
  • motor coordination disorder
  • acute exacerbation
  • symptoms
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This medication helps to relieve pain and motor coordination disorders during acute exacerbations of osteoarthritis and effectively treats the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Therefore, it is used for pain and symptoms improvement due to arthritis.

How to take

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 up to 15 mg daily as needed. 2) Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis ○ Adults: Administer 15 mg of this medicine orally once daily. Depending on the response to treatment, the dose may be reduced to 7.5 mg daily. Do not administer more than 15 mg of this medicine daily. Take it with water or another beverage during a meal. ○ In older adults or patients at increased risk of adverse reactions, treatment is usually initiated at a dose of 7.5 mg daily. ○ Patients with severe renal impairment undergoing hemodialysis must not receive more than 7.5 mg daily.

Precautions

This medicine may cause gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks daily, so consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is essential. This medication may affect the cardiovascular system and increase the risk of serious cardiovascular diseases such as myocardial infarction or stroke; thus, caution is necessary for individuals with cardiovascular diseases or risk factors. If symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurred speech occur while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. As a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, this medication can cause serious gastrointestinal issues such as ulcers, bleeding, and perforation, especially in those with a history of gastrointestinal disease or elderly patients, making the risk greater. Prolonged use may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, so inform a healthcare professional immediately if discomfort occurs in the stomach or bleeding symptoms are suspected. This medication may cause serious skin reactions, so if skin rashes, mucosal damage, or allergic symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and see a doctor. It may affect kidney function, and individuals with kidney disease or those taking diuretics or blood pressure medications should regularly monitor their kidney function. Pregnant women or those who may become pregnant should not take this medication as it may reduce reproductive ability and be harmful to the fetus. This medication is contraindicated for individuals with certain genetic diseases and those allergic to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not take it. Elderly patients may have weakened liver, kidney, or heart function, increasing the risk of adverse reactions, so only the minimal necessary dose should be used, and they should be particularly careful of side effects. While taking this medication, caution should be taken when driving or operating machinery as drowsiness or dizziness may occur. There may be interactions with other medications being taken, so those currently on any medication must inform their healthcare provider. In case of overdose, serious symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding, and kidney and liver dysfunction may occur, requiring immediate emergency treatment. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored securely in its original container.

Side effects

Gastrointestinal bleeding, serious cardiovascular thrombotic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, perforation, exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, anaphylaxis, interstitial nephritis, glomerulonephritis, renal medullary necrosis, nephrotic syndrome, serum transaminase increase, liver function test elevation, plasma creatinine increase, blood urea nitrogen elevation, aplastic anemia, bone marrow suppression, changes in blood cell counts, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, decreased plasma iron, reduced hemoglobin, decreased hematocrit levels, neutrophilia, eosinophilia, basophilia, monocytosis, agranulocytosis, anaphylaxis, malaise, confusion, loss of orientation, mood changes, mood disorders, insomnia, nightmares, anxiety, increased appetite, depression, nervousness, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, head pressure, fatigue, lethargy, taste dysfunction, mental confusion, seizures, sensory disturbances, tremor, visual disturbance, conjunctivitis, foreign body sensation in the eyes, scleral hemorrhage, tinnitus, palpitations, hypertension, flushing, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypotension, hypertension, myocardial infarction, angina, 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, visible gastrointestinal bleeding, stomatitis, gastritis, esophagitis, belching, dry mouth, thirst, angular cheilitis, occult blood in stool, gastric perforation, colitis, pancreatitis, melena, perforated 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 disorders, proteinuria, glucosuria, increased urinary sediment, hematuria, sodium and fluid retention, hyperkalemia, acute renal failure, decreased urine output, frequent urination, urinary tract infection, interstitial nephritis, edema, peripheral edema, malaise, fever, facial swelling, syncope, weight loss, weight gain, axillary and breast pain, arthralgia, low back pain, axillary and chest pain, stiffness, lower limb weakness, reduced female reproductive ability, dehydration

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that protects it from light. Additionally, it is important to store it at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius for safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Hard capsules with a light yellow powder filling that are dark green on the upper and lower sides

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle

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