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What is Zydus Meloxicam
Zydus Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Zydus Meloxicam works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.Zydus Meloxicam is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis in adults and children who are at least 2 years old.
Zydus Meloxicam may also be used for purposes not listed in Zydus Meloxicam guide.
Zydus Meloxicam side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.Stop using Zydus Meloxicam and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
- 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;
- swelling or rapid weight gain;
- urinating less than usual or not at all;
- nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice ;
- skin rash, bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness; or
- severe skin reaction -- fever, sore throat, swelling in your face or tongue, burning in your eyes, skin pain, followed by a red or purple skin rash that spreads (especially in the face or upper body) and causes blistering and peeling.
Less serious side effects may include:
- upset stomach, diarrhea, bloating, gas;
- dizziness, nervousness, headache;
- runny or stuffy nose, sore throat; or
- mild skin rash.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
See also: Side effects (in more detail)
Zydus Meloxicam dosing
Usual Adult Dose for Osteoarthritis:
Initial dose: 7.5 mg orally once dailyMaintenance dose: 7.5 mg orally once daily
Maximum dose: 15 mg orally daily
Usual Adult Dose for Rheumatoid Arthritis:
Initial dose: 7.5 mg orally once dailyMaintenance dose: 7.5 mg orally once daily
Maximum dose: 15 mg orally daily
Usual Pediatric Dose for Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis:
Greater than or equal to 2 years: 0.125 mg/kg orally once dailyMaximum dose: 7.5 mg orally daily
There was no additional benefit demonstrated by increasing the dose above 0.125 mg/kg once daily in clinical trials.
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Zydus Meloxicam - Frequently asked Questions
Can Zydus Meloxicam be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Zydus Meloxicam?
Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Zydus Meloxicam is usually taken once per day. Follow your doctor's instructions.
You may take Zydus Meloxicam with or without food.
Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose. Measure the liquid with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup, not with a regular table spoon. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
If a child is taking this medication, tell your doctor if the child has any changes in weight. Zydus Meloxicam doses are based on weight in children.
The maximum amount of Zydus Meloxicam for adults is 15 milligrams (mg) per day. Know the amount of Zydus Meloxicam in the specific product you are taking.
If you use Zydus Meloxicam long-term, your blood will need to be tested often. Visit your doctor regularly.
This medication can cause you to have unusual results with certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Zydus Meloxicam.
Store at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light.
What other drugs will affect Zydus Meloxicam?
Ask your doctor before using an antidepressant such as citalopram (Celexa), escitalopram (Lexapro), fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem, Symbyax), fluvoxamine (Luvox), paroxetine (Paxil), or sertraline (Zoloft). Taking any of these medicines with an NSAID may cause you to bruise or bleed easily.
Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use, especially:
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cyclosporine (Gengraf, Neoral, Sandimmune);
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lithium (Eskalith, Lithobid);
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a diuretic (water pill) such as furosemide (Lasix);
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glyburide (DiaBeta, Micronase);
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methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall);
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a blood thinner such as warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven);
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sodium polystyrene sulfonate (Kayexalate, Kionex);
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steroids (prednisone and others);
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an ACE inhibitor such as benazepril (Lotensin), enalapril (Vasotec), lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril), quinapril (Accupril), ramipril (Altace), and others; or
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aspirin or other NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as diclofenac (Voltaren), etodolac (Lodine), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), indomethacin (Indocin), ketoprofen (Orudis), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), and others.
This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with Zydus Meloxicam. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.
Who should not take Zydus Meloxicam?
Do not use Zydus Meloxicam just before or after heart bypass surgery.
This medicine may cause life-threatening heart or circulation problems such as heart attack or stroke, especially if you use it long term.
This medicine may also cause serious effects on the stomach or intestines, including bleeding or perforation (forming of a hole). These conditions can be fatal and can occur without warning while you are taking Zydus Meloxicam, especially in older adults.
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to Zydus Meloxicam, or if you have a history of allergic reaction to aspirin or other NSAIDs.
Zydus Meloxicam may cause a delay in ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). You should not take Zydus Meloxicam if you are undergoing fertility treatment, or are otherwise trying to get pregnant.
To make sure you can safely take Zydus Meloxicam, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
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a history of heart attack, stroke, or blood clot;
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heart disease, congestive heart failure, high blood pressure;
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a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding;
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liver or kidney disease,
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a seizure disorder such as epilepsy;
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asthma;
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polyps in your nose; or
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if you smoke.
FDA pregnancy category D. Taking Zydus Meloxicam during the last 3 months of pregnancy may harm the unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant while using Zydus Meloxicam.
Zydus Meloxicam can pass into breast milk and may harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 2 years old without the advice of a doctor.
Can Zydus Meloxicam be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Zydus Meloxicam be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
Reviews
Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Zydus Meloxicam, the result is highlighted below. However, it must be clearly stated that the survey and result is based solely on the perception and impression of visitors and users of the website as well as consumers of Zydus Meloxicam. We, therefore, urge readers not to base their medical judgment strictly on the result of this study but on test/diagnosis duly conducted by a certified medical practitioners or physician.Patient reports
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No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported frequency of use
How often should I take Zydus Meloxicam?According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Zydus Meloxicam should take Once in a day as the primarily recommended frequency. However, patients are advised to follow the dosage as prescribed by their physician religiously. To get the opinions of other patients on the ideal consumption frequency of the medicine, click here.
| Patients | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Once in a day | 1 | 100.0% | |
One patient reported doses
What is the specific doses you have used?Zydus Meloxicam May come in various doses. In most cases, antibiotics, antihypertensive, pain killers and anti-diabetic drugs available in different doses. Your doctor may prescribe any of the doses based on the severity of the patient's condition. According to our reports, users of gmedication.com used the drugs in the following dosage percentage (Provide dosage percentage). Only a handful of drugs are made in a single or fixed dose. Regular health conditions like fever have similar doses. For instance [acetaminophen, 500mg] was used by the patients surveyed although it comes in different doses.
| Patients | % | ||
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| 11-50mg | 1 | 100.0% | |
One patient reported time for results
How long will I use Zydus Meloxicam before I begin to notice the effect?According to the report by users of gmedication.com, about 1 week and a few days was the most common time duration among the participants, before they began to feel relief in their health conditions. It is noteworthy that you may not get the same result with other users within the same time frame. Several factors determine the timeframe; hence we implore you to consult your medical expert to get professional advice on how long you should expect to see improvement while consuming Zydus Meloxicam. However, if you wish to get the response of other users on the time effectiveness of using Zydus Meloxicam kindly click here
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| 1 week | 1 | 100.0% | |
Patient reported administration
No survey data has been collected yetOne patient reported age
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| 30-45 | 1 | 100.0% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology