Artex Tablet 15mg

About Artex Tablet 15mg

Artex Tablet 15mg Uses

• Relieves pain and stiffness from osteoarthritis
• Relieves pain and swelling from rheumatoid arthritis
• Eases joint inflammation in chronic arthritic conditions
• Reduces pain from ankylosing spondylitis
• Used for short term relief of moderate to severe musculoskeletal pain

Artex Tablet 15mg Benefits

• Once daily dosing improves convenience for long term arthritis management
• Higher 15mg strength suits patients with more severe joint pain
• Reduces inflammation as well as pain, unlike simple painkillers
• Long half life provides steady round the clock symptom relief

What Experts Say

Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug that works by blocking the cyclooxygenase 2 (COX 2) enzyme more than COX 1, which reduces prostaglandin production responsible for pain, swelling and inflammation in the joints. This selectivity gives it a somewhat lower risk of stomach irritation than older nonselective NSAIDs at equivalent doses.

The 15mg dose is the maximum recommended daily dose of Meloxicam for most adults and is generally reserved for patients whose pain is not controlled on the lower 7.5mg strength. Clinical guidance advises using the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration needed, since higher doses carry a greater risk of gastrointestinal, kidney and cardiovascular side effects.

Experts caution that Meloxicam, like other NSAIDs, can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke and stomach bleeding, and this risk rises with dose and duration of use. It should be used carefully in older adults and in people with heart disease, kidney disease or a history of ulcers, and is not recommended in late pregnancy.

Drug Class

• Nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug (NSAID), oxicam class

Artex Tablet 15mg formula

• Meloxicam

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Artex Tablet 15mg?

• Take the tablet once daily at the same time each day
• Take with food or milk to reduce the chance of stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed
• Do not exceed 15mg in 24 hours unless directed by a doctor
• Avoid alcohol while taking this medicine to reduce stomach irritation risk

Drug Interactions

• Aspirin and other NSAIDs: Combining increases the risk of stomach bleeding and ulcers
• Blood thinners like warfarin: Raises the risk of serious bleeding
• ACE inhibitors and ARBs: Meloxicam can reduce their blood pressure lowering effect and affect kidney function
• Diuretics: May reduce the effectiveness of water pills and increase kidney strain
• Lithium: Meloxicam can raise lithium blood levels and increase toxicity risk
• Methotrexate: May increase methotrexate blood levels and related toxicity

Risks and warnings

• Heart risk: Higher doses raise the risk of heart attack and stroke, especially with long term use
• Stomach bleeding: Can cause ulcers or bleeding in the stomach and intestines, sometimes without warning symptoms
• Kidney function: May reduce kidney function, particularly in older adults or those with existing kidney disease
• Pregnancy: Avoid after 20 weeks of pregnancy due to risk of fetal kidney and heart complications
• Asthma and NSAID allergy: Avoid in patients with aspirin or NSAID induced asthma or allergic reactions
• Surgery: Inform the doctor before any surgery, since it can affect bleeding and healing

Artex Tablet 15mg Side Effects

• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Nausea
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Swelling in the legs or ankles (fluid retention)
• Increased blood pressure
• Skin rash
• Stomach or intestinal bleeding (rare but serious)
• Signs of heart attack or stroke such as chest pain or slurred speech (rare but serious)

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C
• Keep the tablets in their original blister strip until use
• Protect from moisture, heat and direct sunlight
• Keep out of reach of children
• Discard expired tablets safely rather than using them