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Mobic Drug Center

Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP

Mobic (meloxicam) is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by arthritis. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include stomach upset, nausea, drowsiness, or diarrhea.

The recommended adult starting and maintenance dose of Mobic is 7.5 mg. The maximum recommended adult daily oral dose is 15 mg. Mobic may interact with cyclosporine, lithium, diuretics (water pills), glyburide, methotrexate, blood thinners, steroids, ACE inhibitors, aspirin or other NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). Tell your doctor all medications you use. Mobic should be used only when prescribed during the first 6 months of pregnancy. It is not recommended for use during the last 3 months of pregnancy due to possible harm to a fetus. It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Similar drugs pass into breast milk and are unlikely to harm a nursing infant. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Our Mobic (meloxicam) Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information as well as related drugs, user reviews, supplements, and diseases and conditions articles.

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Mobic Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

Mobic®(meloxicam) Structural Formula Illustration

Osteoarthritis (OA)

MOBIC is indicated for relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis [see Clinical Studies].

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

MOBIC is indicated for relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis [see Clinical Studies].

Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) Pauciarticular and Polyarticular Course

MOBIC is indicated for relief of the signs and symptoms of pauciarticular or polyarticular course Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis in patients 2 years of age and older [see Clinical Studies].

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Mobic Patient Information: 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 taking meloxicam and seek medical attention or call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

  • 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;
  • urinating less than usual or not at all;
  • nausea, stomach pain, low fe...

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Mobic Consumer Information: Uses

Meloxicam is used to treat arthritis. It reduces pain, swelling, and stiffness of the joints. Meloxicam is known as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

HOW TO USE: Read the Medication Guide provided by your pharmacist before you start using meloxicam and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions regarding the information, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth, usually once daily or as directed by your doctor. If you are taking the liquid form, shake the bottle well before each dose. Drink a full g...

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What is Mobic Consumer Information?

Warnings - Uses - How to Use - Side Effects - Precautions - Drug Interactions and More

Mobic - User Reviews

Mobic User Reviews

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Here is a collection of user reviews for the medication Mobic sorted by most helpful. Patient Discussions FAQs

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