Meloxicam (Systemic)

Brand Names : Mobic

Proper Use of This Medicine

For safe and effective use of this medicine, do not take more of it, do not take it more often, and do not take it for a longer time than ordered by your health care professional. Taking too much of this medicine may increase the chance of unwanted side effects.

Dosing - The dose of meloxicam will be different for different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average dose of meloxicam. If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.

• For oral dosage form (tablets):
  • For symptoms of osteoarthritis:
    • Adults - 7.5 milligrams (mg) once a day
    • Children - Use must be determined by your doctor

Missed dose - If you miss a dose of this medicine, take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if you do not remember the missed dose until the next day, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

Storage - To store this medicine:

• Keep out of the reach of children.
• Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the medicine to break down.
• Do not refrigerate or freeze.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask your health care professional how you should dispose of any medicine you do not use. Be sure that any discarded medicine is out of the reach of children.