{"id":628314,"date":"2024-05-20T10:30:16","date_gmt":"2024-05-20T14:30:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/?p=628314"},"modified":"2024-05-20T10:31:13","modified_gmt":"2024-05-20T14:31:13","slug":"meloxicam-with-ibuprofen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.singlecare.com\/blog\/meloxicam-with-ibuprofen\/","title":{"rendered":"Can you take meloxicam with ibuprofen?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (<\/span>NSAIDs<\/span><\/a>) are often used for those suffering from aching pain in muscles or joints. Ibuprofen is a common NSAID, available in over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription dosages. Meloxicam hails from the same drug family and is often prescribed when ibuprofen fails or causes side effects. The key point to know is that these NSAIDs are alternatives to one another and should not be taken together.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/b>What is meloxicam?<\/b><\/a> | <\/b>What is ibuprofen?<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

Can you take meloxicam with ibuprofen?<\/span><\/h2>\n

To be clear, you should never take meloxicam with ibuprofen. There is no circumstance when this combination is recommended as standard care because there are additive risks but no benefits to taking both, according to the drug label for <\/span>meloxicam<\/span><\/a>. As always, if you are unsure, you should check with your healthcare provider for medical advice and to clarify any uncertainties with your medication regimen, including OTC products, prescription drugs, and supplements.<\/span><\/p>\n

RELATED: <\/b>Meloxicam vs. ibuprofen: Differences, similarities, and which is better for you<\/b><\/a><\/p>\n

What are the risks of taking meloxicam and ibuprofen<\/span> together?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Taking these two nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs together, since they have nearly identical potential risks, could lead to additive adverse consequences. Stomach issues, such as upset stomach or abdominal pain, ulcers, and bleeding, are serious risks of these types of drugs. They can happen when you take either ibuprofen or meloxicam, especially if you take them together. Another risk of NSAIDs is their potential to harm kidney function. Liver damage is also a risk of NSAIDs. Cardiovascular consequences of either drug can include high blood pressure, heart attack, stroke, or heart failure.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The serious side effects are noteworthy for everyone. Especially for older adults and those with pre-existing stomach problems, kidney disease, liver problems, or cardiovascular conditions. People who drink alcohol, smoke tobacco, or are seriously ill might face an even greater chance of experiencing stomach issues from NSAIDs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Advanced kidney disease is a contraindication to either drug, meaning they should be avoided. Caution with these meds is required for anyone with kidney problems or liver disease. Likewise, NSAIDs should not be used soon after heart bypass surgery and should only be used with caution by those with hypertension, heart disease, or a vascular disorder.<\/span><\/p>\n

Interactions with other drugs are also quite similar between ibuprofen and meloxicam. NSAIDs can cause platelet dysfunction, and when our cells responsible for clotting are inhibited, bleeding can result. Therefore, taking ibuprofen or meloxicam with aspirin or with <\/span>blood thinners<\/span><\/a> used to treat a blood clot, like Eliquis (apixaban), Xarelto (rivaroxaban), or Jantoven (warfarin), could be disastrous in terms of hemorrhage potential.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Other possible drug interactions include:<\/span><\/p>\n