Meloxicam

Meloxicam is a prescription drug that is commonly used for reducing pain, inflammation, and joint swelling associated with various forms of arthritis and painful conditions. It is available in either tablet or liquid form and comes in several strengths. Meloxicam should be taken with a glass of water, and should also be taken at the same time every day to maintain an even level of the medicine in the blood. Potential side effects of meloxicam may include headache, indigestion, or upper respiratory infections, among other things.

 

What Is Meloxicam?

Meloxicam (Mobic®) is a prescription medicine used to treat pain, inflammation, swelling, and/or stiffness. It is part of a class of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs for short.
 

Who Makes Meloxicam?

Meloxicam is manufactured by Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals.
 

Meloxicam Uses

Meloxicam has been licensed for the relief of signs and symptoms associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
 
Meloxicam is not a cure for the types of arthritis mentioned above, nor does it slow the progression of the disease.
 
(Click What Is Meloxicam Used For? for more information on these uses, as well as possible off-label uses for meloxicam.)
 

How Does Meloxicam Work?

Meloxicam and other NSAIDs work by inhibiting the action of certain hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. These hormones are called prostaglandins.
 

Meloxicam Effects

By blocking the effects of prostaglandins, meloxicam is useful at reducing pain, inflammation, and joint swelling associated with different forms of arthritis and painful conditions.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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