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April 18, 2024
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Hello! It's great that you're reaching out for experiences with Meloxicam. Here’s what you need to know about Meloxicam and its use for rheumatoid arthritis (RA):

- **How to Use**: Meloxicam is typically taken once a day, and it can be taken with or without food. The timing (AM or PM) generally depends on when you Show Full Answer

Hello! It's great that you're reaching out for experiences with Meloxicam. Here’s what you need to know about Meloxicam and its use for rheumatoid arthritis (RA):

- **How to Use**: Meloxicam is typically taken once a day, and it can be taken with or without food. The timing (AM or PM) generally depends on when you experience the most discomfort or based on your doctor's advice. Consistency in the time of day you take it may help maintain stable levels in your body.

- **Side Effects**: Common side effects include diarrhea, constipation, gas, and sore throat. Serious side effects can occur too, such as fever, blisters, rash, and swelling of the eyes, face, or lips. If you experience any severe reactions, it's crucial to contact your doctor immediately.

- **Interaction with Other Treatments**: Since you've had Rituxan infusions and are not using prednisone, it's important to discuss with your doctor how Meloxicam might interact with your current treatment regimen.

Always consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice and to ensure that Meloxicam is safe and effective for your specific health needs.

April 18, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Hello Robin, I’ve been using meloxicam for two months. No side effects really.. my skin is extremely dry, and I’ve lost some hair, which was happening before I started meloxicam. I’m still in a lot of pain, however my blood test showed my inflammation is down quite a bit. I was only diagnosed a couple of months ago with RA so I haven’t really had enough time to make an overall judgment. I’ve tolerated it well, which was a major concern for me. Let me know how you’re doing.🌷

April 18, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Fingers crossed 🤞 ❤️

April 23, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I’m going to start taking mine in the morning, now. We’ll keep in touch,,🙏🏻👱🏻‍♀️

April 19, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Hello Robin, I’m taking meloxicam in the early evening and I take acetaminophen for pain, but sometimes that’s not enough. Since the meloxicam is not relieving my pain I’ve thought I needed to give it some time to work. As I said, my labs show very little inflammation.

April 19, 2024

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