Seoul Meloxicam Capsule

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 response to treatment. Do not administer more than 15 mg of this medicine daily. Take with water or another drink 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 failure undergoing hemodialysis should not receive more than 7.5 mg daily.

This medication should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist if you regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily. Taking it with alcohol may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. This medication can affect the cardiovascular system, potentially increasing the risk of serious cardiovascular issues such as myocardial infarction or stroke. Those with a history of cardiovascular disease or risk factors should exercise caution. If symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, or slurred speech occur, stop taking the medication immediately and consult medical professionals. This medication can also affect the gastrointestinal tract, causing serious gastrointestinal diseases such as gastric bleeding, ulcers, and perforation. The risk may be higher for those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases or the elderly. Longer durations of use may further increase the risk of gastrointestinal-related side effects, so caution is advised. Serious allergic reactions or severe skin inflammation may occur, so if skin rash or mucosal damage is observed, stop taking the medication immediately. This medication can also affect kidney function, so those with kidney disease or the elderly should take it cautiously. Women planning to become pregnant or who may become pregnant should avoid this medication. It may impair reproductive ability and poses a risk to the fetus when taken during pregnancy. Individuals allergic to this medication, with asthma, gastrointestinal bleeding, or serious liver or kidney diseases should not take it. Periodic blood tests and liver and kidney function tests should be conducted to check for abnormalities during use. Interactions with other medications may occur, so those taking anticoagulants, lithium, methotrexate, diuretics, or antihypertensive medications should inform their healthcare provider and manage carefully. This drug can cause drowsiness, dizziness, or visual disturbances; therefore, it's best to avoid driving or operating machinery after taking it. In case of overdose, nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding, and in severe cases, renal failure or heart issues may occur, so visit a medical institution immediately if suspected. Keep out of reach of children and store sealed in the original container.

• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• cardiovascular thrombotic reactions
• myocardial infarction
• stroke
• gastrointestinal or intestinal bleeding
• ulcers
• perforation
• exfoliative dermatitis
• mucocutaneous syndrome
• toxic epidermal necrolysis

This medication is sensitive to light; therefore, store it in a sealed container that blocks light. It's important to maintain the storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's efficacy and safety over time.

Appearance

Hard capsule with yellow to pale yellow powder inside, dark green upper and lower parts.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle