Aroxicam Capsule 7.5 mg (Meloxicam)

Adult dose

1. Acute exacerbation of osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis): ○ Adults: Take 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: Take 15 mg of this medication 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 medication daily. Take it with water or another beverage during a meal. ○ For elderly patients or those 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 should not receive more than 7.5 mg daily.

This medication should be used with caution for individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages per day, as the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding may increase; consultation with a physician or pharmacist is essential. This medication may cause cardiovascular issues such as myocardial infarction and stroke in patients with cardiovascular diseases or risk factors; if symptoms occur, discontinue use immediately and consult healthcare professionals. Severe gastrointestinal side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation may occur, particularly in elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal disease, necessitating extra caution. Severe skin reactions or allergic reactions may occur; if symptoms such as skin rash or mucosal lesions appear, discontinue use immediately. This medication may affect kidney function, and patients with kidney disease or those taking diuretics or antihypertensives should have their kidney function monitored regularly. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not use this medication, and those undergoing infertility testing should avoid it due to the possibility of reduced fertility. This medication should not be administered to patients with certain genetic lactose intolerance, and those allergic to this medication or with hypersensitivity to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should avoid it as well. Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery, as symptoms such as dizziness and drowsiness may occur. During long-term use, regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests should be performed to check for abnormalities, and if any unusual symptoms arise, consult healthcare professionals immediately. Interactions with other medications may occur; patients currently taking anticoagulants, lithium, methotrexate, diuretics, or antihypertensives should consult healthcare professionals before use. Overdose may lead to symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal bleeding; in such cases, seek immediate medical attention for proper treatment. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored in its original container to prevent degradation or misuse.

• Gastrointestinal bleeding
• cardiovascular thrombotic reactions
• myocardial infarction
• stroke
• gastric or intestinal bleeding
• ulcers
• perforations
• exfoliative dermatitis
• mucous membrane syndrome
• toxic epidermal necrolysis

This medication is light-sensitive and should be stored in a container that does not allow light to enter. It is also recommended to keep the medication at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage helps maintain the medication's efficacy for a longer period.

Appearance

Capsules containing a pale yellow powder with a dark green upper and lower part.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle