Meloxicam
Meloxidyl is a brand-name NSAID medication used to treat pain and inflammation associated with conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body, providing relief for joint stiffness and discomfort.
Meloxidyl is a brand-name NSAID used to relieve pain and inflammation, particularly in arthritis conditions.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1439977
- Generic
- Meloxidyl
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Meloxidyl is used to treat pain, inflammation, and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions affecting joints and muscles.
As an NSAID, Meloxidyl works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, which reduces the production of prostaglandins that cause inflammation, pain, and fever in the body.
This is a brand-name medication. Common NSAID side effects may include gastrointestinal issues, fluid retention, and increased cardiovascular risk. It should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible. Patients with aspirin sensitivity, kidney problems, or heart conditions should use caution. Always take with food or milk to reduce stomach upset.
Official drug label
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