Mobic Tablets
Chemical Name: MOBIC MELOXICAM (mee-LOX-i-kam)
Common Mobic uses
This medicine is a nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to
relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis. It
may also be used to treat other conditions
as determined by your doctor.
Before using Mobic
Some medicines or medical conditions may
interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR
DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE
OR CONDITION may be needed if you are taking
anticoagulants, biphosphonates (e.g.,
alendronate, risedronate), cholestyramine,
lithium, or methotrexate. Inform your doctor
of any other medical conditions including
asthma, nasal polyps, any allergies -
especially aspirin/NSAID allergy (e.g.,
ibuprofen, celecoxib), pregnancy, or
breast-feeding. Contact your doctor or
pharmacist if you have any questions or
concerns about taking this medicine.
Mobic Directions
Follow the directions for using this
medicine provided by your doctor. THIS
MEDICINE MAY BE TAKEN with food or milk, if
stomach upset occurs. STORE THIS MEDICINE at
room temperature, away from heat and light.
IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it
as soon as possible. If it is almost time
for your next dose, skip the missed dose and
go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do
not take 2 doses at once.
Mobic Cautions
DO
NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE without
checking with your doctor. DO NOT TAKE THIS
MEDICINE if you ever had any unusual or
allergic reaction to aspirin, ibuprofen,
naproxen, or any other medicine used to
treat pain, fever, swelling, or arthritis.
THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE dizziness. Do not
drive, operate machinery, or do anything
else that could be dangerous until you know
how you react to this medicine. THIS
MEDICINE MAY CAUSE increased sensitivity to
the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun or
sunlamps until you know how you react to
this medicine. Use a sunscreen or protective
clothing if you must be outside for a
prolonged period. DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOL while
you are taking this medicine, unless you
first discuss it with your doctor. BEFORE
YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE either
prescription or over-the-counter, check with
your doctor or pharmacist. This includes
aspirin and other non-prescription pain
relievers. FOR WOMEN: THIS MEDICINE HAS BEEN
SHOWN TO CAUSE HARM to the human fetus. IF
YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with
your doctor the benefits and risks of using
this medicine during pregnancy. IT IS
UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED in
breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE
BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this
medicine, check with your doctor or
pharmacist to discuss the risks to your
baby.
Possible Mobic side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during
treatment, include nausea, vomiting,
diarrhea, gas, constipation, or indigestion.
If they continue or are bothersome, check
with your doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS
SOON AS POSSIBLE if you experience swelling
of hands or ankles, ringing in ears,
fatigue, itching, yellow eyes or skin,
flu-symptoms. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR
IMMEDIATELY if you experience swelling of
face, lips, eyes, throat, or tongue;
difficulty swallowing or breathing; or
hoarseness. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY
AND STOP TAKING THIS MEDICINE if you notice
any of the following unlikely but very
serious side effects: black stools,
persistent stomach/abdominal pain, or vomit
that looks like coffee grounds. If you
notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted
side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction
checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Mobic
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room
immediately. Symptoms of overdose may
include nausea, sluggishness, severe stomach
pain, coffee ground-like vomit, and dark
stool.
Additional Mobic information
DO
NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS
MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP
THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children
and pets. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills
before your supply runs out.
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