Mobic
Utilized to alleviate symptoms of osteoarthritis to address joint pain.
- Category
- Pain Management
- Active ingredient
- Meloxicam
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 7.5 · 15mg
Mobic details
- Conditions
- Osteoarthritis · Rheumatoid Arthritis · Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Therapeutic class
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug (NSAID)
- Pharmacological class
- Oxicam Derivative
- Minor side effects
- dyspepsia; nausea; diarrhoea; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- oedema; headache; dizziness; anaemia
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Patient summary
- Utilized to alleviate symptoms of osteoarthritis to address joint pain.
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 24 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store in a cool, dry place.
- Drug interactions
- aspirin; warfarin; lithium; diuretics
- Age restrictions
- Not recommended for children.
Contraindications
active gastrointestinal ulceration; severe renal failure; severe hepatic impairment; hypersensitivity to meloxicam
Precautions and warnings
caution in patients with cardiovascular disease; take with food; discontinue if rash appears
Serious side effects
gastrointestinal perforation, requires immediate medical attention; myocardial infarction, requires immediate medical attention; stevens-johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention
Mechanism of action
Preferentially inhibits COX-2 enzymes to inhibit prostaglandin synthesis, thereby reducing inflammation and analgesic perception.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: Contraindicated in the third trimester. Breastfeeding: Avoid unless specified by a doctor.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Mobic
Mobic is the branded version of meloxicam, which is used to manage symptoms of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. Developed by Boehringer Ingelheim, this medication is supplied as a tablet in strengths of 7.5mg and 15mg. It helps many people maintain mobility by reducing discomfort and joint stiffness.
Buying Mobic online
Mobic is registered across 13 markets, including Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea, with availability also in Japan, the UAE and Singapore. As a frequently ordered anti-inflammatory, generic meloxicam offers a cost-effective alternative to the original brand. This provides consistent access for expats and those located far from a well-stocked pharmacy, ensuring a reliable supply for long-term health management across Asia.