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Meloxi 20mg Tablet

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Meloxi 20mg Tablet

To prevent an upset stomach it is recommended to take Meloxi 20mg Tablet with food The dosage and duration of the medication will vary depending on the condition being treated and its effectiveness in relieving symptoms It is important to continue taking the medication as prescribed even if you start feeling better until your doctor advises otherwise Common side effects of Meloxi 20mg Tablet include mild vomiting stomach pain nausea headache and dizziness If any of these side effects persist or worsen it is advisable to inform your doctor They may be able to provide suggestions for preventing or reducing these symptoms Before using this medication inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers heart disease high blood pressure or liver or kidney disease It is also important to disclose all other medications you are currently taking as they may interact with Meloxi 20mg Tablet or be affected by it Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using this medication

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Is Meloxi a narcotic?

No. Meloxi is not a narcotic. It is a pain killer which acts on COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain) enzyme to decrease the pain and inflammation.

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What is the difference between Meloxi and ketoprofen?

Both Meloxi and ketoprofen are pain killers. Both are non-selective COX (cyclooxygenase -an enzyme responsible for inflammation and pain). Research studies have shown ketoprofen topical gel is better and effective as compared to Meloxi. Ketoprofen gel also showed excellent tolerability.

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Can Meloxi be used with Lisinopril?

No. Meloxi should be avoided with lisinopril. It is important to note that piroxicam decreases the effectiveness of the antihypertensive medication like lisinopril when given together leading to failure of antihypertensive therapy. Inform your doctor if you are taking antihypertensive medications before starting Meloxi.

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What are the serious side effects of Meloxi?

GI discomfort and, rarely, serious GI side effects, such as ulcers and bleeding, serious skin side effects such as exfoliative, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (SJS), and toxic epidermal necrolysis, liver failure, renal damage.

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Who should not take a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID)/ Meloxi?

Patients who had an asthma attack, hives, or other allergic reaction with aspirin or any other NSAID medicine or for pain right before or after heart bypass surgery.

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What increases the chances of getting a gastric ulcer when I am already taking Meloxi?

The chances of gastric ulceration increases if you take medicines like corticosteroids and anticoagulants. Long term use, alcohol, smoking and old age are few other factors which can increase the chances of ulceration.

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Published At: Oct 19, 2023

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