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ratio-Meloxicam
(meloxicam)-
In this factsheet:
- How does ratio-Meloxicam work? What will it do for me?
- How should I use ratio-Meloxicam?
- What form(s) does ratio-Meloxicam come in?
- Who should NOT take ratio-Meloxicam?
- What side effects are possible with ratio-Meloxicam?
- Are there any other precautions or warnings for ratio-Meloxicam?
- What other drugs could interact with ratio-Meloxicam?
DIN (Drug Identification Number)
| 02248031 | RATIO-MELOXICAM 15MG TABLET |
| 02247889 | RATIO-MELOXICAM 7.5MG TABLET |
How does ratio-Meloxicam work? What will it do for me?
Meloxicam belongs to the family of medications known as COX-2 inhibiting nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs work by blocking a response to injury in the body that leads to inflammation and pain.
Meloxicam is used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (in adults) and osteoarthritis. It helps with these conditions by relieving pain and reducing swelling and inflammation.
Your doctor may have suggested this medication for conditions other than the ones listed in these drug information articles. If you have not discussed this with your doctor or are not sure why you are taking this medication, speak to your doctor. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
Do not give this medication to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms as you do. It can be harmful for people to take this medication if their doctor has not prescribed it.
How should I use ratio-Meloxicam?
Rheumatoid arthritis: The usual recommended dose is 15 mg once daily. For some people who may respond well to the medication, their doctor can reduce the dose to 7.5 mg once daily, according to need.
Osteoarthritis: The usual recommended dose is 7.5 mg once daily. Some people may benefit from receiving up to 15 mg once daily, and the dose can be increased by their doctor according to need.
This medication may be taken with or without food. Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.
It is important to use this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose of this medication, take it as soon as you remember it. If it is the following day before you remember it, do not take the missed dose but go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double-up on doses.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
What form(s) does ratio-Meloxicam come in?
7.5 mg
Each round, biconvex, pastel yellow tablet, identified with "rph" on one side and "306X" on the other side, contains meloxicam 7.5 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: anhydrous colloidal silica, crospolyvidone, lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyvidone and sodium citrate.
15 mg
Each round, pastel yellow snap-tab tablet, impressed with "306Y" on both sides of a broad score line on its concave side and "rph" on the convex side, contains meloxicam 15 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: anhydrous colloidal silica, crospolyvidone, lactose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyvidone and sodium citrate.
Who should NOT take ratio-Meloxicam?
Meloxicam should not be used by anyone who:
- is allergic to meloxicam or any of the inactive ingredients
- has experienced asthma, hives, or allergic reactions after taking ASA or other NSAIDs
- has ulcer disease or stomach bleeding
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