Patient was educated on the side effects of using Meloxicam as follows: Renal damage and hypertension Renal prostaglandins help dilation of blood vessels in the kidneys and thereby, reduce the blood pressure. Meloxicam inhibits the production of prostaglandins in all the tissues, including the renal. But, this effect of Meloxicam can be very less in intensity compared to other standard NSAIDs like diclofenac sodium. Inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis in the kidneys, result in vasoconstriction and [...]

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Meloxicam as follows: Nausea and vomiting This is the most common side effect of Meloxicam. Taking the pain pill with some food and water can minimize the effects of nausea and vomiting. Dyspepsia and heartburn Meloxicam can cause irritation of the stomach with upper abdominal discomfort and heartburn. But, this effect of Meloxicam can be very less in intensity compared to other standard NSAIDs like diclofenac [...]

Patient was educated on how to take Meloxicam as follows: Take Meloxicam pill with or without food along with a full 8 oz. glass of water. Taking the medication with food helps prevent any nauseating sensation and stomach upset. Evenly space out the doses of pain pill and take the dose at the scheduled time every day. Keeping to the schedule of pain pill intake helps to avoid forgetting the medication. If you are taking [...]

Patient was educated on Meloxicam and its mechanism of action as follows: Meloxicam is an NSAID that has a preferential role against COX-2 than COX-1. COX-2 is mainly produced at the site of inflammation and is responsible for signs and symptoms of inflammation at the site of injury. Inhibition of COX-2, by Meloxicam, at the site of inflammation results in reduced production of prostaglandins. Since prostaglandins result in swelling of the injured tissues and amplification [...]