Mobic

Utilized to alleviate symptoms of osteoarthritis to address joint pain.

Strengths: 7.5 · 15mg

Medicine details

Therapeutic class

Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID)

Pharmacological class

Oxicam Derivative

Minor side effects

dyspepsia; nausea; diarrhoea; abdominal pain

Moderate side effects

oedema; headache; dizziness; anaemia

Dosage forms

Tablet

Administration route

Oral use

Patient summary

Utilized to alleviate symptoms of osteoarthritis to address joint pain.

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Boehringer Ingelheim

Onset Time

30–60 minutes

Duration

24 hours

Storage instructions

Store in a cool, dry place.

Drug interactions

aspirin; warfarin; lithium; diuretics

Age restrictions

Not recommended for children.

Contraindications

active gastrointestinal ulceration; severe renal failure; severe hepatic impairment; hypersensitivity to meloxicam

Precautions and warnings

caution in patients with cardiovascular disease; take with food; discontinue if rash appears

Serious side effects

gastrointestinal perforation — requires immediate medical attention; myocardial infarction — requires immediate medical attention; stevens-johnson syndrome — requires immediate medical attention

Mechanism of action

Preferentially inhibits COX-2 enzymes to inhibit prostaglandin synthesis, thereby reducing inflammation and analgesic perception.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Contraindicated in the third trimester. Breastfeeding: Avoid unless specified by a doctor.

Mobic

Utilized to alleviate symptoms of osteoarthritis to address joint pain.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Meloxicam
  • Listed indication(s): Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Ankylosing Spondylitis

Usually available as

  • 360 tablets - 7.5 mg212-7-5-mg-3566
  • 270 tablets - 15 mg212-15-mg-3572