Movalis

Drug name: Movalis

Active Ingredients:

• Meloxicam

Therapeutic actions: Movalis belongs to a group of drugs called NSAID's or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. The drug decreases the production of prostaglandins through selective inhibition of COX-2 enzyme at the same time having low effect on COX-1 enzyme inhibition of which causes gastrointestinal problems in patients taking NSAID's. Movalis also has long half-life meaning that therapeutic concentration is maintained in the blood for a long period of time thus allowing the use of meloxicam only once a day.

Indications: The drug is prescribed in the following conditions:

• Osteoarthritis and related symptoms
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
• Ankylosing spondylitis

Contraindications and cautions: Consult your doctor if the following apply to you before using meloxicam:

• Any allergies to food or drugs
• Bronchial asthma
• Nasal polyps
• Kidney or liver dysfunctions
• Swelling of extremities
• You plan to become pregnant, are pregnant or are breastfeeding
• You plan to have surgery

Adverse effects: There are possible side-effects associated with this medicine that can affect individuals in different ways. If a side effect is stated here, that does not necessarily mean the fact that all people using Movalis will experience it or any other. The side-effects include:

• Gastro-intestinal problems: constipation, diarrhea, gas.
• Flu-like symptoms

Serious side-effects include:

• Sever allergic reactions: skin rash, hives, blisters, itching, swelling, fever.
• Pale skin and increased heartbeat
• Unreasonable weight gain
• Tiredness
• Jaundice and liver dysfunction
• Renal impairment

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with Meloxicam, please read the information provided with Movalis or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Interactions: It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist what medicines you are already taking, including those bought without a prescription and herbal medicines, before you start treatment with Movalis. Similarly, check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medication while taking this one, to ensure that the combination is safe. Especially consult your doctor on the following:

• Other NSAID's
• Hypertension medications
• Diuretics
• Anti-epileptic drugs
• Cancer treatment

Additional Information: DO NOT SHARE Meloxicam with others. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS PRODUCT, as well as syringes and needles, if needed during treatment, out of the reach of children. Do not reuse needles, syringes, or other materials.