Roxical 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 a maximum of 15 mg daily as needed. 2. Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis: ○ Adults: Administer 15 mg of this drug 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 drug per day. Take it with water or another beverage during a meal. ○ In elderly patients or those at increased risk of adverse reactions, treatment is usually started at a dose of 7.5 mg daily. ○ Patients with severe renal impairment receiving hemodialysis should not receive more than 7.5 mg daily.

This medicine may cause serious side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks daily, so it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. This medicine may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, potentially leading to serious heart problems such as myocardial infarction or stroke. Special caution is required for those with a history or risk factors of cardiovascular diseases; if symptoms like chest pain or shortness of breath occur, use should be stopped immediately. This medicine can cause serious gastrointestinal issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, or perforation. Those particularly cautious should include the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases; immediate medical consultation is necessary if gastrointestinal symptoms or bleeding are suspected. Rarely, serious allergic reactions or dermatitis may occur; if unusual symptoms like skin rashes or mucosal damage appear, the medication should be discontinued and a doctor consulted. This medicine may affect kidney function, necessitating careful monitoring in patients with kidney disease or reduced kidney function. It may also lead to liver dysfunction, requiring caution in those with liver disease or abnormal liver function test results. This medicine can reduce reproductive capability, so it should not be used by women planning to become pregnant, and should also be avoided during pregnancy or breastfeeding. This medicine may interact with several drugs, so if currently taking other medications, it is crucial to inform the healthcare provider, especially when taking anticoagulants, diuretics, lithium, methotrexate, etc. Individuals with a history of allergies to this medicine or have had hypersensitivity reactions to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not use it. The elderly may have reduced kidney and liver function, so treatment should start at the minimum dose with careful monitoring for adverse reactions. Overdosage may result in symptoms such as drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, or gastrointestinal bleeding, so dosages should always be strictly adhered to. In case of overdose, immediate medical attention should be sought. Store this medicine out of reach of children and keep it sealed in its original container.

• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• cardiovascular thrombotic reaction
• myocardial infarction
• stroke
• exfoliative dermatitis
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• anaphylaxis reaction
• interstitial nephritis
• glomerulonephritis

This medicine should be stored in a tight container that can block light, at a temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage maintains the potency of the medication over time.

Appearance

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

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle