Meloxicam 15 Mg

I take 15 mg Meloxicam once a day. It is helpful relieving pain for about 12 hours. Can I cut the pill in half and try taking them every 12 hours? ## Just started taking Meloxicam 3 days ago. My Dr. said to only take half for at least a week and then if needed I can increase to a full pill. Hope that helps. ## Hi, Donna! How are you? It's really hard to advise on so little information. Anyone reading this knows nothing about your medical condition and history, other medications you may be on or etc. Learn more Meloxicam details here. This is a potent NSAID, so it can cause some problematic side effects, such as nausea, increased risk of bleeding and stomach ulceration. Thus, before changing anything, you should consult your doctor to make sure it is safe for you to do so. Are there ...

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I took 15 mg of meloxicam 17 hours ago for arthritis in my knee it now very painful and swollen can I take one Motrin now ## Hello, Teri! How are you? No, you shouldn't take Motrin with the Mobic, because they are both nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories that treat the same conditions and, as listed by the FDA, they could cause some serious side effects, such as stomach ulceration, liver damage, liver failure and increased risk of bleeding. If the Meloxicam isn't helping, it would be best to consult your doctor to see what your other options might be. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Thank you Verwon for your response. I have an appointment next week with my doctor and I will ask him what other alternatives there is.

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co-meloxicam 15 mg - take when needed How long does it take to take effect? What are the long term effects of taking this drug? ## Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Learn more Meloxicam details here. It will take about 20 minutes to half an hour to start entering your blood stream and have some effect, but you have to be aware that this is not a narcotic analgesic, so it isn't going to work for pain like that. This would be more equivalent to Advil and how it works. As to possible long term effects, since this is an NSAID, there is the risk of developing stomach damage, as well as liver damage. Are there any other questions I can help with? ## Is Meloxicam effective for sciatic related pain/inflammation? ## Per Verwon , ...

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How often can it be taken? My RX says once a day. Is it ok to take 1 in the AM and 1 in the PM? ## I take 15mg meloxicam in the morning and it seems to do ok, but by bed time I have pain and can't sleep. Could I take one Aleve? ## Is 2 aleve twice a day equal to one 15mg melodic am? It does not seem to last 24 hours. ## I have arthritis in my hip and was given a cortisone shot 2 months ago. As it has worn off the pain is gradually returning. I was prescribed meloxicam but started pain management with first Tylenol and am back to Aleve. My last dose was 1 day ago and wonder if it is now ok to try the meloxicam? I want to make sure the Aleve is out of my system. ## I accidentally took three ibuprofen and one 15 mg of meloxicam at the same time. I realized this after I had swallowed th...

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oblong pastel yellow c 80 ## Does a 15 mg meloxicam tab have a letter m with 89 under it. Yellow round tab? ## I just started taking meloxicam the last week and this is the only thing that has helped.I was using a cane and had terrible pain before i started taking it. I have no pain at all. My concern is the side effects of long term use.. I had a series of shots in my knee and it did not help at all.I like the fact that this is not a controlled substance medicine. so far i am definately sold on this medicine. ## NDC for C 80: 65862-0098 It contains 15mgs of Meloxicam, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that is used to treat pain, and swelling. Its typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, and increased risk of bleeding. Yes, the M 89 also contains 15mgs of M...

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Will this medicine help my chronic gout? ## Hello, John! How are you? Sorry about the gout problem, that can be miserable. Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. It may help with some of the pain and swelling, but should only be taken if your doctor has prescribed it and said it is safe for you to take. its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, stomach irritation and increased risk of bleeding. Learn more Meloxicam details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## can7.5 tablet of melxicam be helpful for gout in my finger joint? ## Will meloxicam help with my gout pain and swelling?

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I stopped taking me meloxicam for 2 weeks and the pain became intolerable, so I just started back on it last night. Can I take another pill this morning at 10:00 am? ## Hello, Peggy! How are you? It is normally dosed once daily, so you should try to space the dosage as close to 24 hours as possible. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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How long I can take this without abuse it for anti inflamatory ## Abusing a medication occurs when you keep taking more and more of it to get high, or because you like the effects it has on you, it is not the same as long term use, if you are taking it as prescribed. Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and it can cause some problems with long-term regular use, such as stomach irritation, which could turn into ulcers and easier risk of bleeding, so you should consult your doctor on how long it is safe for you to use it. Learn more: Has your doctor prescribed it? ## Hi I am taking meloxicam 15mg once a day for rotator cuff pain. It is not helping very much. I have a partial tear of the supraspinatus tendon. I have tried so many different prescription drugs. The meloxicam, howeve...

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I have R A and been taking maloxicam 15mg for 7 months. My flare ups are worse now. My DR won't change my medecation. Is there something else I can go to him with? ## Hello, Brenda! How are you? What type of doctor are you seeing? I think a specialist would be the best bet to get the help you need. ## I am seeing an RA doctor ## I have degenerative disk disease and herniated disks in my spine. The meloxicam did nothing for me but ny doctor gave me nabumetone 750mg. Pronounced na beam a tone. You take it twice a day and it helps 10 times better than the meloxicam for me. You may want to ask your doctor if you can try it.

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How long does it take to feel the benifits of taking this medicine. I have severe pain in both knees from jogging and possible slight arthirtis formation . ## How long have you been taking it? Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, so it should have some effect on the pain and inflammation right away, though it may take a few weeks to reach its full effect. Learn more Meloxicam details here. However, if it isn't helping, it may not be the right medication to help your condition. Have you seen any relief at all from it? ## I just started on Tuesday evening and one last night as I just saw the Orthopedist (sports physician) on Monday. I do not feel any relief at all , although I am sleeping thru the night now. ## My doctor prescribe meloxicam for me I'm having swelling,pai...

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I am taking this for extreme pain in my shoulder & arm. How long does it take for this to take affect? Will I have to keep taking it to be able to work? My right arm is still not as good as my left arm. I've only taken one 15mg pill however. ## Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, so while it can ease pain and swelling, it might not relieve all of it, when you're suffering from severe pain. It is not going to act like and be as effective as a narcotic analgesic. And yes, all medications only last for a certain period of time in your body, so you should follow your doctor's instructions for its use. Its side effects may include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I would like to know if there is any interactions between meloxicam 15 mg and benedryl? ## Hello, Joan! How are you? I didn't find any interactions listed, but you should always double check such information to be certain. The Meloxicam is a NSAID and may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach irritation. Benadryl is an antihistamine and may cause side effects, such as drowsiness, dizziness and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Yes. I am also tasking ciprofloxacin 500 mg , is there any interactions taking the meloxicam 15mg with it ## I would like to know if there is an interaction between meloxicam 15mg and ciprofloxacin 500mg? Ty for your response. ## Can I take meloxicam with zzzquil? I have arthritis in my lower back and 15mg of m...

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I have a constant headache and been prescribed these but am worried about side effects as I'm already feeling nauseous with headaches. I am also on chemo taxol weekly. ## Headache with nausea may suggest a migraine headache. If you are diagnosed with migraine by your physician, he/she may give you a prescription for a medication that specifically treats migraines. Such medications help alleviate both the headache and related symptoms, including nausea. I suggest you see your family doctor first. ## Hello, Jan! How are you? Since you're doctor has already prescribed the Meloxicam, you could try taking it with food or a snack to minimize the possible nausea and stomach irritation it can cause as side effects. Other, as listed by the FDA, may include dizziness and increased risk of...

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I have just started taking this for sensitivity in my lower back at arthritis but my pain seems worse. My back now aches from about lunch time. Why has it gotten worse? ## Hello, Julie! How are you? Have you ever had any type of stomach or gastric issues? Because this is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory, it can cause increase stomach acid, as well stomach irritation and pain. Are you taking it on an empty stomach or with food?

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it has 513 on one side an nothing on the other side it is oblong ## Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Learn more Meloxicam details here. Where was it found/obtained? ## My experience of using meloxicam since my c-section surgery on December 15, 2009 it is used for pressure pain and plus it acts out as a super powerful laxative and it will not come after you take the tablet but just wait at least four days and it will wake up your bowels and colon area really quick and the loud sounds of gas bubbles start first and then you feel a passing of gas bubbles passing through but in two seconds there after you will have loose bowels or dirreahra. I also have taken another medication for the same thing but after awhile they stop it a...

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can meloxicam be taken with celecoxib ? ## Hi John, According to umm.edu's drug interaction checker, there are no interactions listed between Celecoxib and Meloxicam. This is not to say that no interactions exist period, but based on these findings I don't see any reason why you couldn't take them together unless instructed otherwise by your prescribing doctor. Also, as long as it was the same doctor who prescribed both meds, I highly doubt he/she would give you anything that couldn't be taken at the same time or at least within the same day, for safety reasons. They have to watch their own back just as much for risk of litigation if they ever did prescribe two contradicting drugs. I hope this helps!

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I took 2 Meloxicam (15mg) instead of one by mistake. ## Have you contacted your doctor? The maximum daily daily recommended dosage is just 15mgs and taking more, might potentiate the side effects, such as nausea, drowsiness and headache. It also increases the risk of liver and stomach damage, which are effects you may not notice any symptoms for right away. So, you should consult your doctor, just to be on the safe side.

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I have very bad rheumatoid arthritis. I've been taking one pill of Meloxicam 15mg in the morning. Now it's night time and the pain came back. Can I take another pill? ## It would be best not to exceed the prescribed amount. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding, and stomach irritation. What has your doctor instructed you to take? Are on any other medications? ## Ibuprofen 500 mg at. nite because I am in pain, going. for x-ray tomorrow Sandra

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Can I take meloxicam 15mg and baclofen 10mg together. I was prescribe a half of meloxicam 15mg twice a day and 1 tablet of baclofen 10 mg twice a day. ## Hello, Dee! How are you? I didn't find any problems or interactions listed between these medications, so that should be fine, as long as your doctor has prescribed them both. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Meloxicam as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. Baclofen may cause side effects such as nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with? ## can baclofen and meloxicam be taken at the same time

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I have been fighting with lower back and left leg pain. I've been on a walker for 9 months now. Can you please tell me if it's okay to take two meloxicam 15mg at one time, cause one is not helping? ## It would be best not to change your dosage, without your doctor's approval. Taking higher amounts could cause more severe side effects, such as gastrointestinal bleeding, irritation, and ulceration, as described by the FDA. Are you on any other medications?

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