About Loxicam tablet 7.5mg
Meloxicam 7.5mg tablet for arthritis pain, stiffness, and joint swelling.
Loxicam tablet 7.5mg Uses
- Pain and stiffness from osteoarthritis
- Joint pain and swelling from rheumatoid arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in children over 2 years, as directed by a doctor
- Short term relief of inflammatory joint pain
Loxicam tablet 7.5mg Uses in Urdu
- جوڑوں کے درد اور سوجن میں
- گٹھیا کی تکلیف کم کرنے کے لیے
- ہڈیوں کی اکڑن اور جلن میں
- ڈاکٹر کی ہدایت کے مطابق سوزش والے درد میں
Loxicam tablet 7.5mg formula
How to use Loxicam tablet 7.5mg?
- Take with food or milk to reduce stomach upset.
- Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
- Take at the same time each day as advised by the doctor.
- Do not exceed the dose prescribed by the doctor.
- Continue only for the duration recommended, not for extended periods without review.
Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor about all current medicines before starting Loxicam tablet.
- Blood thinners like warfarin: Raises the risk of bleeding.
- Other NSAIDs or aspirin: Increases the risk of stomach ulcers and bleeding.
- Blood pressure medicines: Meloxicam can reduce their effectiveness.
- Lithium or methotrexate: Can raise blood levels of these drugs to unsafe amounts.
Risks and warnings
- Heart disease history: Raises the risk of heart attack or stroke, especially with long term use.
- Stomach ulcer or bleeding history: Can worsen bleeding risk in the stomach or intestines.
- Kidney disease: Use with caution, can affect kidney function.
- Pregnancy, especially the third trimester: Avoid unless specifically advised by a doctor.
- Elderly patients: Higher risk of side effects, use the lowest effective dose.
Loxicam tablet 7.5mg Side Effects
- Stomach upset or heartburn
- Nausea and diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Swelling in the ankles or feet
Storage Conditions
Store below 25°C, in a dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.
