Product Overview
• Prescription non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) • Contains meloxicam 15 mg per tablet • Preferential COX-2 inhibitor – potent anti-inflammatory with once-daily dosing • Pack of 30 tablets (1-month supply)
Product Description
Mobic 15 mg (meloxicam) is indicated for symptomatic treatment of: Osteoarthritis (primary choice in many guidelines) Rheumatoid arthritis Ankylosing spondylitis Acute gout (short courses) Other painful musculoskeletal conditions Thanks to its long half-life (~20 hours), it provides consistent 24-hour pain relief and morning stiffness reduction with a single daily dose, and generally causes fewer stomach ulcers than older NSAIDs (diclofenac, ibuprofen, naproxen) at equivalent doses. Benefits • Powerful once-daily relief of joint pain & inflammation • Lower risk of serious GI ulcers/bleeding versus non-selective NSAIDs (especially when co-prescribed with a PPI) • Better cardiovascular safety profile than some other NSAIDs in short-term use • Proven efficacy in large osteoarthritis trials • Can be used long-term in chronic arthritis under medical supervision How to Use Adults Osteoarthritis: 7.5 mg once daily; may increase to 15 mg if needed Rheumatoid arthritis / ankylosing spondylitis: 15 mg once daily; may reduce to 7.5 mg if controlled Take with or after food + a full glass of water Maximum 15 mg/day Elderly & patients with renal/hepatic impairment Start at 7.5 mg/day Important Warnings All NSAIDs carry risk of heart attack, stroke, and serious GI bleeding – use lowest effective dose for shortest time Contraindicated after coronary artery bypass surgery, severe heart failure, active peptic ulcer, severe kidney failure Stop and seek urgent help if black stools, severe stomach pain, chest pain, or shortness of breath occur