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Melcam 15

Tablet-(15mg)
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Square Pharmaceuticals PLC.

Generic: Meloxicam

10 Tablets (1 Strip)
৳ 36.66
৳ 40.30
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Medicine Overview of Melcam 15mg Tablet

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Introduction

Melcam 15 is a pain relieving medicine. It is used for treatment of pain and inflammation in conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. It provides relief from pain, swelling, and redness. Melcam 15 can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it. The most common side effects of this medicine include mild headache and dizziness, nausea, abdominal pain, upset stomach, diarrhea, and vomiting. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms. Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using the medicine.

Uses of Melcam 15

  • Pain relief

Side effects of Melcam 15

Common
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain
  • Nausea
  • Indigestion
  • Diarrhea

How to use Melcam 15

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Melcam 15 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Melcam 15 works

Melcam 15 is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation (pain and swelling).

What if you forget to take Melcam 15?

If you miss a dose of Melcam 15, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

  • Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
  • It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time.
  • Melcam 15 can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Brief Description

Indication

Rheumatoid arthritis, Osteoarthritis, Ankylosing spondylitis

Administration

May be taken with or without food. May be taken w/ meals if GI discomfort occurs.

Adult Dose

Oral Rheumatoid arthritis; Ankylosing spondylitis Adult: 15 mg daily as a single dose. Patients w/ increased risk of adverse effects: Initially, 7.5 mg daily. Acute exacerbations of osteoarthritis Adult: 7.5 mg daily up to max 15 mg daily as a single dose. Elderly: 7.5 mg daily for long-term treatment.

Child Dose

Oral Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis Child: >2 yr 0.125 mg/kg once daily. Max: 7.5 mg daily.

Renal Dose

Renal impairment: Mild to moderate: No dosage adjustment needed. Severe: Not recommended. Dialysis patient: 7.5 mg daily.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity to meloxicam, aspirin or other NSAIDs; severe hepatic impairment; bleeding disorders; renal failure without dialysis. Rectal admin in patients with proctitis, haemorrhoids or rectal bleeding.

Mode of Action

Meloxicam is an oxicam derivative which exhibits analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory actions. It reversibly inhibits the cyclooxygenase-1 and -2 (COX-1 and -2) enzymes, thus resulting in reduced synthesis of prostaglandin precursors.

Precaution

History of GI disease, asthma, hypertension, CVD or risk factors, fluid retention or heart failure. Monitor patients with advanced renal disease. May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Elderly. Pregnancy (avoid in the 3rd trimester) and lactation.

Side Effect

1-10% Indigestion (3.8-9.5%),Upper respiratory infection (<8.3%),Headache (2.4-8.3%),Diarrhea (1.9-7.8%),Nausea (2.4-7.2%),Abdominal pain (1.9-4.7%),Edema (0.6-4.5%),Anemia (<4.1%),Dizziness (1.1-3.8%),Constipation (0.8-2.6%),Angina (<2%),Congestive heart failure (<2%),Decreased platelet aggregation, purpuric disorder (<2%),Gastrointestinal (GI) hemorrhage (<2%),GI perforation, GI ulcer (<2%),Hepatitis (<2%),Hypertension (<2%),Inflammatory disorder of digestive tract (<2%),Myocardial infarction (<2%),Vomiting (<3%) <1% Anaphylactoid reaction,Angioedema,Fever,Asthma, bronchospasm,Cerebrovascular accident,Erythema multiforme, erythroderma,Immune hypersensitivity reaction,Interstitial nephritis, renal failure,Jaundice, liver failure,Stevens-Johnson syndrome,Tinnitus, hearing loss,Toxic epidermal necrolysis Potentially Fatal: Stevens Johnson syndrome, thrombocytopenia, interstitial nephritis and idiosyncratic liver abnormality.

Pregnancy Category Note

Pregnancy category: C; D in third trimester of pregnancy; drug should be avoided in late pregnancy

Interaction

Increased risk of severe GI effects w/ aspirin or warfarin. May antagonise antihypertensive effects of ACE inhibitors and angiotensin II receptor antagonists. May reduce natriuretic effects of furosemide and thiazides. Enhanced toxicity of methotrexate. May increase plasma lithium concentration.

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What is the price of Melcam 15 in Bangladesh?

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Is the product authentic?

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Yes, Arogga delivers nationwide. You can order from anywhere in Bangladesh.

Is Cash on Delivery(COD) available?

Yes, Cash on Delivery is available across Bangladesh for most products.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery usually takes 24–48 hours inside Dhaka and 3–5 days outside Dhaka, depending on location and courier load.

Can I return or replace the product?

If the product is damaged, incorrect, or expired, you can request a replacement or refund according to Arogga’s return policy.

Safety Advices

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UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Melcam 15.
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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Melcam 15 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Melcam 15 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Melcam 15 alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
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CAUTION
Melcam 15 should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Melcam 15 may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Melcam 15 in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
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CAUTION
Melcam 15 should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Melcam 15 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Disclaimer

The information provided herein is accurate, updated and complete as per the best practices of the Company. Please note that this information should not be treated as a replacement for physical medical consultation or advice. We do not guarantee the accuracy and the completeness of the information so provided. The absence of any information and/or warning to any drug shall not be considered and assumed as an implied assurance of the Company. We do not take any responsibility for the consequences arising out of the aforementioned information and strongly recommend you for a physical consultation in case of any queries or doubts.

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