What Is Meloxicam?

Precautions

Patients may need to take some precautions if they are going to be prescribed meloxicam. This medication seems to contain ingredients that may trigger allergic reactions. It appears to be quite common in individuals who have had reactions to other anti-inflammatories. Thus, patients may want to disclose their allergies to their doctor before taking this medication. They may also want to discuss their complete medical history. Asthma may be a significant concern with this medication. Thus, many patients may need alternate instructions or medication. It seems that blood conditions, heart disease, intestinal problems, and liver disease can also trigger issues with this medication. Doctors should know about these medical problems before they prescribe this medicine.

This medication also appears to have a risk of kidney problems. The risk may increase the longer patients take it, or if they take large doses. Individuals with liver failure or kidney disease seem to be at a higher risk as well. Seniors may be another at-risk group too. Some patients may be drowsy on this medication. Thus, all of them should consider avoiding driving until their body adjusts. Dehydration may also occur, so patients should try to drink more water. Avoiding tobacco and alcohol also appears to be beneficial. This is because they seem to increase the risk of stomach bleeding on this medication.

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