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Morix Capsule 15 mg (Meloxicam)

Morix Capsule 15 mg (Meloxicam)

Prescription medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Meloxicam›15mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Korea PMG Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A hard capsule with a pale green top and yellow bottom containing a pale yellow powder.
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202001860 · Approved 2020.03.17

Summary

Main use
Relief of symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, acute exacerbations of osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
1. Acute exacerbation of osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis): ○ Adults: The dose is 7.5 mg of meloxicam orally once daily. If symptoms do not improve, the dose may be increased up to 15 mg daily as needed. 2. Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis: ○ Adults: The dose is 15 mg of this medicine orally once daily. The dose may be reduced to 7.5 mg daily according to the response to treatment. This medicine should not be administered at doses exceeding 15 mg daily and should be taken with water or another beverage during a meal. ○ For 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.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Korea PMG Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

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

  • Pain
  • motor dysfunction
  • osteoarthritis
  • rheumatoid arthritis
  • ankylosing spondylitis
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This medication is used for short-term relief of symptoms when osteoarthritis with accompanying pain and motor disability acutely worsens. It also helps effectively in treating symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It is used to improve various pains and discomforts caused by arthritis.

How to take

Adult dose

1. Acute exacerbation of osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis): ○ Adults: The dose is 7.5 mg of meloxicam orally once daily. If symptoms do not improve, the dose may be increased up to 15 mg daily as needed. 2. Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis: ○ Adults: The dose is 15 mg of this medicine orally once daily. The dose may be reduced to 7.5 mg daily according to the response to treatment. This medicine should not be administered at doses exceeding 15 mg daily and should be taken with water or another beverage during a meal. ○ For 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.

Precautions

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages daily; thus, consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is essential. This medication may affect the cardiovascular system, increasing the risk of serious problems such as myocardial infarction or stroke, so extra caution is advised in individuals with cardiovascular diseases or risk factors. If symptoms such as chest pain, shortness of breath, weakness, or slurred speech appear while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. This medication can cause serious problems like gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations, so those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases or the elderly should exercise special caution. Severe allergic reactions or severe dermatitis may occur with this medication; discontinue use if skin rashes, blisters, or mucosal damage occur. This medication may affect kidney function, so patients with kidney disease or hypertension, heart failure should periodically check kidney function while taking it. Pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant should not take this medication, and those planning a pregnancy should avoid it due to the risk of decreased fertility. Taking this medication alongside other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may increase the risk of side effects, so it is advised to avoid concurrent use. When combined with anticoagulants or drugs like lithium and methotrexate, the risk of bleeding or toxicity may increase, so careful use as directed by a doctor is necessary. Symptoms like dizziness, drowsiness, and blurred vision may occur while taking this medication, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. It is important that this medication is used at the minimum effective dose and for the minimum duration to reduce the risk of side effects. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal bleeding may occur; thus, adhere to the prescribed dose and visit a hospital immediately in case of overdose. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and stored in the original package to maintain quality.

Side effects

Gastrointestinal bleeding, major cardiovascular thrombotic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, anaphylactic reaction, interstitial nephritis, glomerulonephritis, renal medullary necrosis, nephrotic syndrome, elevated serum transaminases, increased liver function tests, elevated plasma creatinine, increased blood urea nitrogen, aplastic anemia, bone marrow suppression, changes in blood cell count, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, anemia, decreased plasma iron, decreased hemoglobin, reduced hematocrit, increased neutrophils, increased eosinophils, increased basophils, increased monocytes, agranulocytosis, anaphylaxis, anaphylactoid reaction, malaise, confusion, loss of direction, mood changes, mood disorders, insomnia, nightmares, anxiety, increased appetite, depression, nervousness, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, head heaviness, fatigue, lethargy, taste dysfunction, mental confusion, seizures, sensory disturbances, tremors, blurred vision, visual impairment, conjunctivitis, foreign body sensation in the eye, scleral hemorrhage, tinnitus, palpitations, elevated blood pressure, flushing, facial flushing, arrhythmia, tachycardia, hypotension, hypertension, myocardial infarction, angina, heart failure, vasculitis, cough, upper respiratory infection, asthma, bronchial spasm, dyspnea, allergic reactions to aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, dyspepsia, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, distension, 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, black stools, 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 retention, elevated plasma creatinine levels, increased urea levels, decreased total protein, decreased albumin, proteinuria, glycosuria, increased urinary sediment, hematuria, sodium retention, 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 pain, breast pain, arthralgia, low back pain, chest pain, rigidity, lower limb weakness, reduced female reproductive ability, dehydration, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, epigastric pain, hypertension, acute renal failure, liver failure, respiratory depression, coma, seizures, cardiovascular collapse, cardiac arrest

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

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container protected from light and kept at a temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This storage method will maintain its efficacy and prevent deterioration.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A hard capsule with a pale green top and yellow bottom containing a pale yellow powder.

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 300 capsules/bottle

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