Melpar Tablet 15mg

About Melpar Tablet 15mg

Melpar Tablet 15mg Uses

• Relieves pain and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis
• Manages joint pain and swelling in rheumatoid arthritis
• Eases back and neck pain linked to ankylosing spondylitis
• Used for short term relief of moderate musculoskeletal pain

Melpar Tablet 15mg Benefits

• Needs only one dose a day due to its long acting formula
• Reduces morning stiffness so daily movement feels easier
• Lower stomach irritation risk compared to older NSAIDs at recommended doses
• Helps patients stay active during long term arthritis care

What Experts Say

Joint pain from osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis is common among Pakistani adults, often linked to low physical activity, excess weight, and delayed diagnosis. Many people only seek care once stiffness and swelling limit daily movement. Meloxicam remains a preferred NSAID because one daily dose controls both pain and inflammation.

Doctors usually start treatment at the lower 7.5mg strength and move to 15mg once pain control needs improve. The 15mg dose is generally reserved for moderate to severe symptoms after review of the response to the starting dose. Since meloxicam has a long half life, doubling doses or adding other NSAIDs raises bleeding and kidney risk without extra pain relief.

Monitoring matters more at the 15mg strength, especially for older adults, people with high blood pressure, or those on blood thinners. Doctors typically check blood pressure and kidney function during long term use. Patients should not continue this dose beyond the prescribed period without medical review, since stomach or kidney damage can develop silently.

Drug Class

• Nonsteroidal anti inflammatory drug (NSAID)
• Oxicam derivative with preferential COX 2 inhibition

Melpar Tablet 15mg formula

• Meloxicam 15mg

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Melpar Tablet 15mg?

• Take one tablet by mouth once daily, preferably with food or milk
• 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 a 24 hour period

Drug Interactions

• Aspirin and other NSAIDs: Combined use raises the risk of stomach bleeding
• Blood thinners like warfarin: Meloxicam can increase bleeding risk
• ACE inhibitors and ARBs: May reduce the blood pressure lowering effect
• Diuretics: Can reduce the effectiveness of water pills
• Lithium: Meloxicam can raise lithium levels in the blood

Risks and warnings

• Stomach and intestinal bleeding: Long term or high dose use raises the risk of ulcers and gastrointestinal bleeding
• Heart and blood vessel risk: NSAIDs including meloxicam can raise the risk of heart attack or stroke
• Kidney function decline: Reduced blood flow to the kidneys can worsen kidney function
• Pregnancy risk: Avoid after 20 weeks of pregnancy
• Fluid retention: May cause swelling in the legs or ankles

Melpar Tablet 15mg Side Effects

• Stomach upset or indigestion
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Swelling in the legs or ankles
• Skin rash
• Signs of stomach bleeding such as black stools

Storage Conditions

• Store at room temperature between 15 and 30 degrees Celsius
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep the strip in its original packaging until use
• Keep out of reach of children