Oxicams are a class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) structurally related to the enolic acid class of 4-hydroxy-1,2-benzothiazine carboxamides. They are used clinically to treat both acute and chronic inflammation. This article discusses about the molecule meloxicam of the same class which has been extensively use to treat arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Indication & Dosage Rheumatoid arthritis; Ankylosing spondylitis Oral Adult: 15 mg daily as a single dose. Patients w/ increased risk of adverse effects: Initially, 7.5 mg daily. Elderly: 7.5 mg daily for long-term treatment.
Acute exacerbations of osteoarthritis Oral Adult: 7.5 mg daily up to max 15 mg daily as a single dose. Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis Oral Child: ≥2 yr 0.125 mg/kg once daily. Max: 7.5 mg daily. Administration May be taken with or without food. May be taken w/ meals if GI discomfort…
