How does Mobic (Meloxicam) work:

Mobic (Meloxicam) is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Mobic works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Mobic is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by arthritis. Mobic may also be used for other purposes not listed in this page.

Dosage & Administration:

Take Mobic exactly as it was prescribed by your physician. Do not take Mobic in larger amounts, or take it for longer than recommended by your physician. The maximum amount of Mobic for adults is 15 mg a day. If you take Mobic for a long period of time, your physician may want to check you on a regular basis to make sure Mobic is not causing harmful effects. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

Side Effects:

• chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance
• black, bloody, or tarry stools, coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds
• urinating less than usual or not at all
• nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)
• fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash
• bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness

Precautions:

Do not use Mobic if you are allergic to meloxicam, aspirin or other NSAIDs. Before taking Mobic, tell your physician if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have heart attack, stroke, or blood clot, heart disease, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure, stomach ulcers or bleeding, bowel problems, diverticulosis, liver or kidney disease, asthma, or polyps in your nose.

Tell your physician if you are taking any antidepressants, such as:

• citalopram (Celexa)
• duloxetine (Cymbalta)
• escitalopram (Lexapro)
• fluoxetine (Sarafem, Symbyax)
• fluvoxamine (Luvox)
• paroxetine (Paxil)
• sertraline (Zoloft)
• venlafaxine (Effexor)