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What is Melobic

Melobic is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. Melobic works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.
Melobic is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis in adults and children who are at least 2 years old.
Melobic may also be used for purposes not listed in Melobic guide.

Melobic 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 Melobic and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

Less serious side effects may include:

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)
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Melobic dosing

Usual Adult Dose for Osteoarthritis:

Initial dose: 7.5 mg orally once daily
Maintenance 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 daily
Maintenance 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 daily
Maximum 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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  3. "Meloxicam". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0081... (accessed August 28, 2018).

Melobic - Frequently asked Questions

Can Melobic 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.

Who should not take Melobic?

Do not use Melobic 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 Melobic, especially in older adults.

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to Melobic, or if you have a history of allergic reaction to aspirin or other NSAIDs.

Melobic may cause a delay in ovulation (the release of an egg from an ovary). You should not take Melobic if you are undergoing fertility treatment, or are otherwise trying to get pregnant.

To make sure you can safely take Melobic, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:

FDA pregnancy category D. Taking Melobic 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 Melobic.

Melobic 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.

How should I take Melobic?

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.

Melobic is usually taken once per day. Follow your doctor's instructions.

You may take Melobic 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. Melobic doses are based on weight in children.

The maximum amount of Melobic for adults is 15 milligrams (mg) per day. Know the amount of Melobic in the specific product you are taking.

If you use Melobic 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 Melobic.

Store at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light.

What other drugs will affect Melobic?

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:

This list is not complete and other drugs may interact with Melobic. 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.

Can Melobic be taken or consumed while pregnant?

Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.

Can Melobic be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?

Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.

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Reviews

Following the study conducted by gmedication.com on Melobic, 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 Melobic. 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

Patient reported useful

No survey data has been collected yet


One patient reported side effects

Does the Melobic Have Any Side Effects?
Based on the survey report from users of gmedication.com, about No side effects number of people suffered some side effect after consumption of Melobic. All drugs have a portion of undesirable side effects. These effects could be irritations too insignificant for the patient to even notice. However, the side effects of drugs may be determined by several factors like severity of disease and conditions associated with individual patients. However, one of the biggest factors is the dosage consumed. The higher the quantity taken by an individual, the greater the healing effect and the corresponding side effect. All patients have their different intensity of side effects. Ensure you consult your health care provider immediately you notice an unusual side effect affect the consumption of Melobic.
Patients%
No side effects1
100.0%


Patient reported price estimates

No survey data has been collected yet


Two patients reported frequency of use

How often should I take Melobic?
According to the survey, gmedication.com reported that users of Melobic 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 day1
50.0%
Twice in a day1
50.0%


Two patients reported doses

What is the specific doses you have used?
Melobic 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%
6-10mg1
50.0%
11-50mg1
50.0%


Patient reported time for results

No survey data has been collected yet


One patient reported administration

When is the best condition to take Melobic: Before or after food?
Based on the survey, the users of gmedication.com voted that Melobic is best taken at After food. It is however worthy of mention that this popular vote may not be an appropriate description for your particular health condition. See your doctor for professional medical advice as regards the best time to take this medicine. If you wish to see the views of other users on the best time to take the medicine, simply click here.
Patients%
After food1
100.0%


Patient reported age

No survey data has been collected yet


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The information was verified by Dr. Vishal Pawar, MD Pharmacology