Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Meloxicam as follows: Meloxicam must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history heart failure. Reduced renal function, secondary to Meloxicam intake, can contribute towards compromise in filtration of blood, leading to reduced formation of urine and fluid back up in the body. Fluid accumulation in the body can result in edema and weight gain. This backed up fluid can increase the fluid volume [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Meloxicam as follows: Maintain strict compliance with intake of Meloxicam as ordered, with regards to dosage and frequency, to derive the benefit of the medication. Noncompliance with recommendation on Meloxicam intake can result in ineffective pain control. Evenly space out the doses of Meloxicam and take the dose at the scheduled time every day. Keeping to the schedule helps to avoid forgetting the medication. Do [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Meloxicam as follows: Meloxicam intake can result in photosensitivity and skin rash with blister formation. Avoid bright sunlight and tan parlors, while you are taking Meloxicam. Using a sunscreen can prevent the risk for photosensitivity. Observe compliance with any regular lab work ordered. As Meloxicam is metabolized by the liver and carries the risk for damage to the liver, hepatic function could be periodically monitored, [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Meloxicam as follows: Meloxicam has the potential to compromise coronary circulation and result in chest pain and myocardial infarction. So, Meloxicam must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of myocardial infarction. Meloxicam must also be avoided during immediate post-surgical period, in individuals who underwent coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Meloxicam must be avoided or used cautiously in individuals with history of hypertension. [...]

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Meloxicam as follows: Discuss with your doctor regarding any previous allergic responses you experienced with other NSAIDs, such as, Ibuprofen and Naproxen. Meloxicam carries the risk of causing dizziness and confusion. One should stay away from activities, such as, driving and operating heavy machinery, until they are used to the side effects caused by Meloxicam. Meloxicam must be used cautiously in individuals with history of [...]