Loxicam 15mg Tablets

Loxicam 15mg Tablets contains Meloxicam 15mg, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Made by Lowitt Pharma Ltd, it is prescribed for osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and joint pain and stiffness. Pack size: 10 tablets.

Uses of Loxicam 15mg Tablets

Loxicam 15mg Tablets is used to relieve pain, swelling and stiffness in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It is usually taken once a day.

How Loxicam 15mg Tablets works

Meloxicam acts mainly on the COX-2 enzyme, which makes the prostaglandins responsible for inflammation and pain, and has somewhat less effect on the stomach than some older NSAIDs.

Possible side effects

Common side effects of Loxicam 15mg Tablets include:

• Indigestion, heartburn or stomach pain
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea or constipation
• Headache or dizziness
• Mild skin rash

Stop taking it and see a doctor urgently if you pass black or bloody stools, vomit blood, have chest pain, or develop swelling of the face or difficulty breathing.

Precautions and warnings

• Take it with or after food to reduce stomach upset.
• Tell your doctor if you have, or have had, a stomach ulcer, stomach bleeding, asthma, heart disease, high blood pressure, or kidney or liver problems.
• Do not take it together with other NSAID painkillers such as ibuprofen, diclofenac or aspirin unless your doctor advises it.
• Avoid it in the last three months of pregnancy, and ask your doctor before using it at any other stage of pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
• Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest time needed.

Storage

Store below 30°C in a dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep it in the original pack until use. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.

Buy Loxicam 15mg Tablets online in Pakistan

Order Loxicam 15mg Tablets from Medimart and get genuine medicines delivered to your door in 2 to 3 working days, with cash on delivery available across Pakistan. You can also compare other brands of Meloxicam by price and pack size. This is a prescription medicine, so please use it only as advised by your doctor.

Disclaimer: This information is for general awareness and does not replace advice from a doctor or pharmacist. Always follow the dose prescribed for you and read the leaflet inside the pack.