Drug details

Meloxicam Tablets (meloxicam)

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Meloxicam Tablets are a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) indicated for relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Meloxicam is available in generic form.

This drug may have the following side effects:
  • nausea,
  • headache,
  • dizziness,
  • vomiting,
  • indigestion,
  • diarrhea,
  • sore throat,
  • itching,
  • constipation,
  • skin rash,
  • joint pain,
  • insomnia,
  • swelling,
  • back pain,
  • gas,
  • abdominal pain,
  • upper respiratory tract infection,
  • coughing, 
  • flu-like symptoms,
  • falls,
  • urinary frequency, and
  • urinary tract infection.
The following drugs are related to Meloxicam Tablets, either as a replacement or used together:
  • Orencia (abatacept)
  • Humira (adalimumab injection solution for subcutaneous administration)
  • Arava (leflunomide)
  • Celebrex (celecoxib)
  • Seglentis (celecoxib and tramadol tablets)
  • Cimzia (certolizumab pegol injection)
  • Enbrel (etanercept)
  • Simponi Aria (golimumab for infusion)
  • Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine)
  • Remicade (infliximab)
  • Trexall (methotrexate)
  • Xatmep (methotrexate oral solution)