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Important Warning:
On April 7, 2005, the Food
and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that they are
asking manufacturers of all prescription nonsteroidal
anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) to revise the drug
labeling (package insert) to include a ''boxed'' or
serious warning about the potential for increased risk
of cardiovascular events (including heart attack and
stroke) and serious and potentially life-threatening
gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding associated with their
use. This information will also state that patients who
have just had heart surgery should not take these
medications. You should talk to your doctor if you are
taking one of these drugs and have any questions or
concerns about this new information.
Medication Information
Mobic is used to relieve
the pain, tenderness, inflammation (swelling), and
stiffness caused by osteoarthritis. Mobic is in a class
of medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
medications (NSAIDs). It works by stopping the body's
production of a substance that causes pain, fever, and
inflammation.
How should Mobic be used?
Mobic comes as a
tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day
with or without food. To help you remember to take
Mobic, take it around the same time every day. Follow
the directions on your prescription label carefully, and
ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do
not understand. Take Mobic exactly as directed. Do not
take more or less of it or take it more often than
prescribed by your doctor.
Other uses for Mobic
Mobic is also used
sometimes to treat ankylosing spondylitis and rheumatoid
arthritis. Talk to your doctor about the possible risks
of using Mobic for your condition. Mobic may be
prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist
for more information.
What special precautions should I follow?
Before
taking Mobic,
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are
allergic to Mobic, aspirin or other NSAIDs such as
ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) and naproxen (Aleve,
Naprosyn), or any other medications.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription
and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional
supplements, and herbal products you are taking. Be
sure to mention any of the following:
angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors such as
benazepril (Lotensin), captopril (Capoten), enalapril
(Vasotec), fosinopril (Monopril), lisinopril
(Prinivil, Zestril), and quinapril (Accupril);
anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin
(Coumadin); aspirin; cholestyramine (Questran);
diuretics ('water pills'); lithium (Eskalith,
Lithobid, others); and oral steroids such as
dexamethasone (Decadron, Dexone), methylprednisolone
(Medrol), and prednisone (Deltasone). Your doctor may
need to change the doses of your medications or
monitor you carefully for side effects.
- tell your doctor if you smoke or drink large
amounts of alcohol and if you have or have ever had
asthma; stomach problems such as ulcers; high blood
pressure; heart failure; swelling of the hands, feet,
ankles, or lower legs (fluid retention); blood
clotting (coagulation) problems; or kidney or liver
disease.
- tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to
become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become
pregnant while taking Mobic, call your doctor.
- if you are having surgery, including dental
surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are
taking Mobic.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the
missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it
is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose
and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a
double dose to make up for a missed one.
What side effects can Mobic cause?
Mobic may
cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these
symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- heartburn
- diarrhea
- sore throat
- cough
- runny nose
Some side effects can be serious. The following
symptoms are uncommon, but if you experience any of
them, call your doctor immediately:
- black and tarry stools
- red blood in stools
- bloody vomit
- vomiting material that looks like coffee grounds
- skin rash
- unexplained weight gain
- swelling of the hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs
- upset stomach
- excessive tiredness
- lack of energy
- itching
- yellowing of the skin or eyes
- pain in the right upper part of the stomach
- flu-like symptoms
- hives
- difficulty breathing or swallowing
Mobic may cause other side effects. Call your doctor
if you have any unusual problems while taking Mobic.
What storage conditions are needed for Mobic?
Keep Mobic in the container it came in, tightly
closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room
temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not
in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is
outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist
about the proper disposal of your medication.
In case of emergency/overdose
In case of
overdose, call your local poison control center at
1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not
breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
Symptoms of overdose may include:
- lack of energy
- drowsiness
- upset stomach
- vomiting
- stomach pain
- difficulty breathing
- seizures
- coma
What other information should I know?
Keep all
appointments with your doctor and the laboratory. Your
doctor may order certain lab tests to check your body's
response to Mobic.
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your
pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your
prescription.
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