Meloxicam (Systemic)

Brand Names : Mobic

Category

• antirheumatic (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory)

Description

Meloxicam (mel-OX-i-kam)is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve some symptoms of arthritis, such as inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain. However, this medicine does not cure arthritis and will help you only as long as you continue to take it.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms:

Oral
• Tablets (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

• Mobic