Xcid Tablet 7.5mg

About Xcid Tablet 7.5mg

Xcid Tablet 7.5mg Uses

• Osteoarthritis pain, stiffness and swelling
• Rheumatoid arthritis joint inflammation
• Juvenile idiopathic arthritis in children above 2 years
• Short term relief of moderate musculoskeletal pain

Xcid Tablet 7.5mg Benefits

• Once daily dosing improves ease of long term use
• Reduces joint stiffness and improves daily mobility
• Lower risk of stomach irritation compared to some older NSAIDs at low doses
• Effective for both acute flare ups and chronic joint pain management

What Experts Say

Physicians often choose meloxicam over older non selective NSAIDs because it acts with some preference toward the COX-2 enzyme, which can mean less stomach irritation at lower doses while still controlling joint pain, stiffness and swelling effectively for most patients over time and daily use.

Dosing is generally kept at the lowest effective amount for the shortest duration needed, since long term NSAID use raises cardiovascular and gastrointestinal risk. Doctors typically monitor blood pressure, kidney function and warn patients to report black stools or unusual bruising promptly to their clinic.

Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis are increasingly common across Pakistan as the population ages and physical activity declines. Physicians usually combine meloxicam with weight management, physiotherapy and gastro protective advice for patients needing longer term therapy and regular follow up visits.

Drug Class

• Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID), Oxicam Derivative

Xcid Tablet 7.5mg formula

• Meloxicam

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Xcid Tablet 7.5mg?

• Take one tablet daily with food or milk to reduce stomach upset
• Swallow the tablet whole with a full glass of water
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible duration
• Do not take with other NSAIDs or aspirin unless advised by a doctor

Drug Interactions

• Warfarin: Increases risk of bleeding when combined with meloxicam.
• ACE Inhibitors Or ARBs: May reduce their blood pressure lowering effect and affect kidney function.
• Diuretics: Concurrent use can reduce effectiveness and stress the kidneys.
• Aspirin Or Other NSAIDs: Combined use raises the risk of stomach bleeding without added pain relief.
• Lithium: Meloxicam can raise lithium levels in the blood to unsafe amounts.

Risks and warnings

• Cardiovascular Risk: May increase the risk of heart attack or stroke, especially with long term use.
• Gastrointestinal Bleeding: Can cause serious stomach or intestinal bleeding that may occur without warning.
• Kidney Function: Avoid in patients with severe kidney disease or those on dialysis.
• Pregnancy: Avoid after 20 weeks of pregnancy due to risk to the unborn baby.
• Heart Surgery: Do not use right before or after coronary artery bypass surgery.

Xcid Tablet 7.5mg Side Effects

• Stomach pain or indigestion
• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea or constipation
• Headache and dizziness
• Swelling in the legs or ankles from fluid retention
• Increased blood pressure
• Rare but serious stomach or intestinal bleeding
• Rare allergic skin reactions

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a dry place away from moisture
• Keep the tablets in their original blister pack until use
• Protect from direct sunlight and heat
• Keep out of reach of children