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Meloxicam<\/span><\/a> is a non-steroidal <\/span>anti-inflammatory<\/span> (<\/span>NSAID<\/span><\/a>) medication approved by the Food and <\/span>Drug Administration<\/span> (<\/span>FDA<\/span>) for <\/span>pain relief<\/span>. More specifically, it treats pain caused by <\/span>rheumatoid arthritis<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>osteoarthritis<\/span>, <\/span>ankylosing spondylitis<\/span><\/a> (a form of arthritis affecting the spine), and <\/span>juvenile rheumatoid arthritis<\/span>, as well as the swelling and stiffness those conditions may cause. It prevents the body from making the substances that cause pain and inflammation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

However, unlike other <\/span>NSAIDs<\/span>\u2014like <\/span>ibuprofen<\/span>\u2014<\/span>meloxicam<\/span><\/a> is a <\/span>prescription drug<\/span> rather than an <\/span>over-the-counter<\/span> medication. It is stronger than other NSAIDS, is taken once a day, and can also cause more severe <\/span>side effects<\/span>. <\/span>Meloxicam<\/span> stays in the body for three to five days, sometimes more.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why you might want <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> out of your system<\/span><\/h2>\n

People may wonder how long <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> stays in their system for various reasons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

First: Like other medications, it can have <\/span>adverse effects<\/span>. <\/span>Common <\/span>side effects<\/span><\/a> include <\/span>stomach pain<\/span>, <\/span>edema<\/span><\/a> (<\/span>fluid retention<\/span>), headache, flu-like symptoms, and dizziness. <\/span>Serious side effects<\/span> include <\/span>heart attack<\/span>, stroke, <\/span>liver disease<\/span>, <\/span>kidney damage<\/span>, and an <\/span>allergic reaction<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Meloxicam<\/span> also interacts with other medications a person may need. Some <\/span>drug interactions<\/span> for <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> include <\/span>blood thinners<\/span>, other <\/span>NSAIDs<\/span>, <\/span>blood pressure<\/span> medications, and diuretics.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Additionally, <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> can worsen some conditions, such as <\/span>heart disease<\/span> and <\/span>blood clots<\/span>. Whether or not a person who is <\/span>breastfeeding<\/span> can safely <\/span>take meloxicam<\/span> is unclear. Regardless, these patients should carefully follow their <\/span>healthcare provider<\/span>\u2019s suggestions since they’re at an <\/span>increased risk<\/span> for health complications.<\/span><\/p>\n

Second, wanting to recover from <\/span>meloxicam abuse<\/span> is another reason. Since it\u2019s a <\/span>painkiller<\/span>, is <\/span>meloxicam addictive<\/span>? Generally speaking, no: It doesn\u2019t affect the brain in the same ways as <\/span>opioids<\/span>, for example. However, if you or a <\/span>loved one<\/span> are showing signs of <\/span>meloxicam abuse<\/span>\u2014like taking the medicine recreationally\u2014it\u2019s vital to get <\/span>addiction treatment<\/span>, either <\/span>inpatient<\/span> or <\/span>outpatient<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

According to the American Addiction Centers, these individuals may not have <\/span>withdrawal symptoms<\/span>. However, they will likely experience the pain that the <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> alleviated. <\/span>Healthcare providers<\/span> at treatment centers can provide <\/span>mental health<\/span> support and medical care.<\/span><\/p>\n

When used safely, the <\/span>daily <\/span>dose<\/span> for <\/span>meloxicam<\/span><\/a> is typically 5 mg to 15 mg. A <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> overdose is possible; signs include <\/span>drowsiness<\/span>, vomiting, <\/span>tarry<\/span> stools, blurred vision, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n

How long does <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> stay in your system?<\/span><\/h2>\n

The <\/span>half-life of meloxicam<\/span><\/a>\u2014or the amount of time it takes for the body to clear half of a dose\u2014is between 15 and 22 hours. So, it takes about three to five days for the body to eliminate <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> after the last dose has been taken.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cThis time would be extended if the patient has poor kidney function,\u201d adds <\/span>Dr. Wendi Jones<\/span><\/a>, Pharm.D., a pharmacist and the owner of Be Healthy Apothecary, LLC.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, the dose has no impact on the metabolism of <\/span>meloxicam<\/span>, according to Dr. Jones.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Raj Dasgupta<\/span><\/a>, MD, chief medical advisor for Garage Gym Reviews, agrees. \u201cJust because you increase the dose in this case does not mean the drug stays longer in your body,\u201d he says, noting that is a different concept than metabolism.<\/span><\/p>\n

Factors that influence how long <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> stays in your system<\/span><\/h2>\n

Some health factors can affect how long <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> stays in the body. \u201cConditions like liver or <\/span>kidney disease<\/span> can slow down how quickly <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> is cleared from your body, leading it to stay in your system longer,\u201d Dr. Dasgupta says. \u201cCertain medications, like antifungals or <\/span>blood pressure<\/span> drugs, might also interfere with the <\/span>meloxicam<\/span>\u2019s elimination.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Jones mentions kidney function and genetics as other factors. \u201cPatients with <\/span>kidney disease<\/span> have a more difficult time removing <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> from their system,\u201d she says.<\/span><\/p>\n

Factors that influence the absorption of <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> include food, gut health, and other medications. \u201cIt\u2019s better absorbed when taken with food,\u201d Dr. Dasgupta says. \u201cDrugs that change stomach pH or motility can slow or speed up how <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> is absorbed.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Want <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> out of your body even faster? Unfortunately, \u201cthere\u2019s no quick way to flush <\/span>nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs<\/span> (<\/span>NSAIDs<\/span>) such as <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> (<\/span>Mobic<\/span>) out of your system,\u201d according to Dr. Dasgupta. He encourages staying hydrated to help eliminate the drug naturally, but don\u2019t expect the speed to be <\/span>that<\/span><\/i> much faster.<\/span><\/p>\n

According to Dr. Jones, <\/span>cholestyramine<\/span><\/a>, a drug that lowers cholesterol, might help. She says it\u2019s been shown to reduce the concentration of <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> in the blood and accelerate its clearance. It may be used in overdose cases.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cOverdose treatment should be done in a hospital,\u201d she adds, \u201cand the Poison Control Center should be contacted.\u201d The number for the Poison Control Center is 1-800-222-1222.<\/span><\/p>\n

Side effects<\/span> of long-term <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> use<\/span><\/h2>\n

If taken long-term, <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> can cause damage to the upper <\/span>gastrointestinal<\/span> (GI) tract, Dr. Dasgupta says. This includes the stomach and small intestine, in which inflammation, <\/span>ulcers<\/span>, and <\/span>kidney problems<\/span> can arise. But again, these are more likely when <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> is consumed longer.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Jones adds that the greatest risk of long-term use is GI bleeding. She says the risk is especially high for patients who use oral corticosteroids, anticoagulants, ACE inhibitors, or diuretics, as well as those who are elderly, have poor kidney function, have heart failure, or drink alcohol or smoke.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cPatients\u2019 liver enzymes should be monitored,\u201d she continues. \u201cNo dose adjustments have been provided regarding reduced liver activity; however, if liver function worsens or is impaired, <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> may be best avoided.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

At the same time, Dr. Dasgupta says it\u2019s generally safe to take this medication daily under a doctor\u2019s supervision, especially for <\/span>chronic pain<\/span> conditions such as <\/span>arthritis<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dr. Jones agrees, saying it\u2019s usually prescribed with a once-a-day dosage and sometimes indefinitely.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cHowever, long-term use increases the risk of <\/span>side effects<\/span>, so it\u2019s important to have regular checkups and monitoring for kidney and stomach issues,\u201d Dr. Dasgupta says.<\/span><\/p>\n

For what it\u2019s worth, <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> and other <\/span>NSAIDs<\/span> typically don\u2019t \u201cbuild up\u201d in the body, Dr. Dasgupta says, since they’re excreted relatively quickly. However, taking them regularly over time can lead to a more consistent level of the drug in the bloodstream.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u201cIf dosing is appropriate, <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> maintains a level concentration in the body and does not increase unless the dose is increased,\u201d Dr. Jones agrees. \u201cThere are, however, several medications that can cause <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> concentrations to increase.\u201d So, she urges people to let a pharmacist or <\/span>healthcare provider<\/span> know about other medications and herbal supplements being used.<\/span><\/p>\n

With all that said, is <\/span>meloxicam<\/span> the safest <\/span>anti-inflammatory<\/span> medication, or should someone consider switching? It depends. \u201c<\/span>Anti-inflammatory<\/span> medication choice depends on your personal health and consultation with your doctor,\u201d Dr. Dasgupta says.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

For people treating pain, he encourages considering acetaminophen (Tylenol) since it\u2019s \u201cconsidered safer for long-term use\u201d and is \u201cless likely to cause issues with the upper <\/span>gastrointestinal<\/span> tract, which includes the stomach and small intestine or kidneys.\u201d However, it comes with its own risks. Plus, an <\/span>NSAID<\/span> may be more of what a person needs due to pain and inflammation. For these reasons and more, he urges consulting with a <\/span>healthcare professional<\/span> to find the best, individualized choice.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s not just the specific medication that matters, either. \u201cTypically, if able, it\u2019s best to take an <\/span>NSAID<\/span> at the lowest dose for the shortest duration,\u201d Dr. Jones says.<\/span><\/p>\n

She continues that ibuprofen<\/span> is generally considered safer since it has a shorter duration of action, and diclofenac has a similar safety profile as <\/span>meloxicam<\/span>. Dr. Jones also believes these are all safer than celecoxib and tramadol.<\/span><\/p>\n

The bottom line\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n

Meloxicam<\/span> stays in a person\u2019s system for around three to five days. However, everybody is different, so remember the importance of communicating and consulting with a <\/span>healthcare provider<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Meloxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medication approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for pain relief. More specifically, it treats pain caused by rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis (a form of arthritis affecting the spine), and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, as well as the swelling and stiffness those conditions may cause. 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