Pharmaniaga Meloxicam 7.5mg Tablet

Pharmaniaga Meloxicam 7.5mg Tablet contains meloxicam, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) from the oxicam class, prescribed for the relief of pain, swelling, and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and other joint or musculoskeletal inflammatory conditions. It is often chosen for its once-daily dosing and relatively balanced effect on inflammation compared to some other NSAIDs, making it a common option for longer-term management of chronic joint pain.

Meloxicam works by reducing the body’s production of prostaglandins, substances that trigger pain and inflammation in and around the joints. As an NSAID with recognised gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and kidney risks, particularly with regular or prolonged use, meloxicam is classified as a prescription medicine in Malaysia; a doctor’s assessment (available through DoctorOnCall’s online consultation service) is required to confirm the diagnosis and determine an appropriate dose before it is dispensed.

Meloxicam preferentially inhibits the cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) enzyme over COX-1 at typical doses, reducing the production of prostaglandins responsible for inflammation, pain, and swelling in the joints while having a comparatively milder effect on the stomach-protective prostaglandins produced via the COX-1 pathway. This selectivity does not eliminate gastrointestinal risk entirely but underlies why meloxicam is often used for longer-term joint conditions requiring sustained anti-inflammatory control.

Take Pharmaniaga Meloxicam 7.5mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually once a day, swallowed whole with a full glass of water and preferably taken with food to reduce the risk of stomach upset. Take it at around the same time each day to help maintain a consistent effect on joint pain and stiffness.

The usual starting dose for adults is one 7.5mg tablet once daily, which your doctor may increase up to a maximum daily dose if your symptoms are not adequately controlled, though the lowest effective dose should always be used. Do not adjust your dose without consulting your doctor, and do not take a double dose if you miss one; simply take the next dose at the usual time.

Use this medicine before the expiry date printed on the blister strip or carton packaging. Do not use tablets beyond the stated expiry date, and dispose of any unused or expired medicine responsibly rather than storing it for future use.

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture, keeping tablets in their original blister packaging until needed. Keep out of the reach and sight of children at all times.

• Known hypersensitivity to meloxicam, aspirin, or other NSAIDs, including a history of asthma, hives, or allergic reactions triggered by these medicines
• Active peptic ulcer disease or gastrointestinal bleeding
• Severe heart failure, or use around the time of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery
• Severe kidney or liver impairment
• Third trimester of pregnancy

• Other NSAIDs or aspirin taken together increase the risk of stomach irritation, ulcers, and bleeding
• Blood thinners such as warfarin combined with meloxicam raise the risk of bleeding
• ACE inhibitors, ARBs, or diuretics used for blood pressure may be less effective and carry greater kidney risk when combined with meloxicam
• Corticosteroids taken alongside meloxicam further increase gastrointestinal ulcer risk
• Lithium and methotrexate blood levels may rise to unsafe levels when combined with meloxicam
• Alcohol increases the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding when combined with this medicine

• Take with food to help reduce stomach irritation
• Take your dose at the same time each day for consistent symptom control
• Do not combine with other NSAIDs or aspirin unless your doctor advises it is safe
• Report black or bloody stools, persistent stomach pain, swelling, or unusual bruising to your doctor promptly
• Inform your doctor of any heart, kidney, or liver conditions before starting treatment
• Attend follow-up reviews so your doctor can monitor your joint symptoms and check for side effects

Meloxicam is generally intended for longer-term management of chronic joint conditions under regular medical supervision, given the cumulative gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and renal risks associated with ongoing NSAID use. Patients with pre-existing heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney disease, or who are elderly should be monitored more closely, and periodic blood tests or reviews may be recommended by your doctor to check kidney function and overall tolerance during long-term use.