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I drink coffee and have been placed on Meloxicam and wonder if I should continue to drink coffee while on the medication? ## Hello, Larry! How are you? As long as your doctor approves, but it may cause more stomach side effects than you would have if you weren't drinking coffee. Meloxicam is classified by the FDA as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and they are well known to cause stomach irritation and possible ulcers, so the coffee could aggravate that. Other side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache and increased risk of bleeding. Is there anything else I can help with? ## I developed epiploic appendagitis the doctor gave me 2 weeks of meloxicam 15mg take one a day , it worked great but as soon as I finished 2 days later started having pain , if I get more how...

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I'd like to know more information on the indications and side effects of Ardosons pills. ## What Ingredients Are Found In Ardosons?[1] Indomethacin (25mg): a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory[2] Betamethasone (0.75mg): a steroid class medication[3] Methocarbamol (215mg): a muscle relaxant These ingredients together are touted for their use in treating conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, as well as other types of mild to moderate pain. What Side Effects Are Associated With Each Active Ingredient?[1] Indomethacin Side Effects: MedlinePlus[2] Betamethasone Side Effects: MedlinePlus[3] Methocarbamol Side Effects: MedlinePlus I hope this helps! ## Somebody gave me these ardosons pills and they say they take them for vertigo. I was diagnosed with vertigo too. But the med...

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What happens if you taken M Cam7,5mg after the expiry date. ## Hello, Melanie! How are you? Meloxicam is classified as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Its typical side effects, as listed by the U.S. FDA may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. It doesn't become dangerous after the expiration, but it does start to lose effectiveness. The best thing to do would be to dispose of them and see your doctor for a new prescription. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Can it be used on sore heel?

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Regular pill shaped (similar to a thickened oval). Has defined cuts on the sides, it is NOT fully rounded. The bottom half is all white. The top half is light yellow and has 511 printed into it. If anyone could tell me what pill they think this is, or what that 511 means it would be a huge help. Thank you. ## It is an OTC arthritis pain relief medication ## Yellow pill yellow and white oval shaped like a capsule with the number 511 on the top what is this pill? ## Acetominophen 650 mg Extended Release caplets bottled by CVS ## Rite-Aid brand Acetaminophen 650 mg generic for Tylenol arthritis (NDC 11822-5091), subject to change since it is OTC

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I have a problem with anti-inflammatoir drugs they make hole in my digestive tube. i avoid them. Recently i have started taking beeline capsules for my arthritus. 3 days ago i had a haemorragie,and i wonder if this could have been provoked by that product; do you have any ideas? thank you ## beline capsules for arthritis are an herbal supplement, not a medication, which means that its side effects have not been studied, as is done for actual medications. They claim to have a special secret formula that used the following ingredients: Cortex Eucommiae Ulmoides, Rhizoma Cibotium Barometz, Radix Angelica Pubescens, Radix Angelica Sinensis, Radix Astragali Membranceus, Radix Achyranthis Bidentatae, Radix Paeoniae Lactiflorae, Frucus Chaenomeles Sinensis, Ramulus Cinnamomum Zeylanicum, Rhizo...

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I took the shot for a 5 week start up. Developed diarrhea about 2 weeks into inj's.; Started having blood in diarrhea; Arthritis affected joint that was never affected before; Could hardly walk. Seen my Rheumatologist for kind words of 'there is nothing we can do'. ER doctors said there's nothing we can do either. Now 11 weeks and 30 lbs lighter, I am finally getting under control. I will deal with ulcerative colitis the rest of my life. I would say STAY AWAY FROM ALL INJ'S.! ## Have you ever had bowel issues, before? Cosentyx has been known to aggravate/worsen existing inflammatory bowel disease as a side effect, according to FDA reports. Other side effects may include cold sore outbreaks, outer ear infections, headache, weight gain, and voice changes. Ref: Medline ...

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Have been bedridden most of the time with muscle toxicity due to Levaquin! Recently have extreme pain in my left knee with great knee replacements over 20 years ago and still in good shape! Because of pain and swelling in my left knee ai was sent to ER to eliminate blood clot which was clear. Blood work shows high White Blood Cells. Sed rate and CPR indicating an infection! Sent immediately to Orthopedic Doctor. X rays look good, signs of pain, swelling, and limited mobility! He wants to wait and see and has prescribed Meloxicam , ice, and bed rest along with oxycondone. Also on metformin 500 mg 3 pills twice a day and losartin! Should I take this medicine? Articles say NSSID is contraindicated if you been floxed! ## There is a warning about taking NSAIDs, such as Meloxicam, while activ...

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I have been prescribed Eplepton for extremely restless legs which cause insomnia. In addition my thyroid has gone from being underactive to overactive so therefore my meds were reduced. I also over a period weaned myself off one tramacet and one celebrex which I took every night for approximately three years for neck pain. I discontinued taking these two tablets as I was extremely sleepy during the day. Lastly I was prescribed urbanol for depression as well which I also weaned myself off soon after discontinuing the use of tramacet and celebrex. My question to you is this ... is it safe to take Eplepton 1 nightly, 100mg when five years ago I had a stroke and subsequently two heart episodes. I really have a dilemma currently. Thank you. ## This medication is listed as containing the acti...

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THC pill for Shingles treatment ## I have shingles fibromyalgia arthritis I need something for my pain that was told that um pill works ## The US National Institute of Health has a multitude of articles written that discuss the therapeutic benefits of Cannabinoids (THC/CBD) being used for postherpetic neuralgia (shingles). Cannabinoids are reportedly beneficial in treating neuroinflammation (nerve pain) as well as the stress associated with it. Cannabinoids have also been classified in clinical studies as being "neuroprotective agents". If you run a Google search for "thc for shingles nih" as well as "cbd for shingles nih", you'll find some intriguing studies that outline the benefits of Cannabis for such purposes. The only issue I see with a pharmaceutically...

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Back is out again. One shot of cortisone will get me back to normal within 30-45 minutes. No one will help me. Is there any Doctor in PA that will administer one shot of cortisone? Lehigh Valley area. ## There is no proof that cortisone, triamcinolone, dexamethasone, or any steroid is a benefit when injected into spine. That is why FDA has black box warnings on the drug use in this way. The manufacturers do not recommend using it via epidural route. You should Google the Safe Use Initiative Program by FDA and it’s work on Epidural steroid drugs. Also, FDA issued a Drug safety communication in November 2014 that warns patients on the dangers and risks of these procedures. ## While these shots have successfully helped many people, the other poster is correct regarding their warnings...

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Hi, 8 years ago I started taking Enbrel. I had a bad knee injury in HS and years later developed arthritis in my right knee. I do not have arthritis in any other joints. Nothing worked to take the swelling out of my knee and it was very difficult to walk. My RA doctor prescribed Enbrel and it has been amazing for me. No side effects and my knee inflammation disappeared. Overtime however my knee was deteriorating. I asked my RA doctor if a knee replacement would get me off the Enbrel. He said no. I would still need to take the shots and that my arthritis is an auto immune issue. 6 months later I went to see my RA doctor again but he was not in. The RA doctor in his place that day told me that yes, if I don't have arthritis in any other joints, a knee replacement will get rid of my ar...

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Sold under the name Ardosons in Mexico. Are there many side effects? Should I take as needed or should I take one or two a day every day as recommended by my Mexican doctor. Are there long term side effects? ## The ingredients are Indomethacin, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory; Betamethasone, which is a steroid class medication and Methocarbamol, which is a muscle relaxant. So, it's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. The doctor is correct, it is usually just taken, as need for pain, up to twice a day. Since it does contain an NSAID, it can cause some side effects, such as headache, nausea and stomach irritation, which could worsen and put you in danger, if you take too much of it. Learn more: Possible long-term effects, if you use it for a long period of time, may incl...

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Can Indomethacin and Wellburtin taken together cause a reaction? Lightheadness, dizzy, confusion, slurred speech, blood pressure was high. I ended up in the emergency room. Poison control said it was these medications that caused this. ## They aren't actually interactions, but they can be side effects of these medications, which could be worsened by combining them. For example, both Indomethacin, and Wellbutrin may cause dizziness, drowsiness, sedation and somnolence as side effects, according to FDA reports, so taking them both could make those symptoms more severe, and that could lead to the slurring of speech that you experienced. The high blood pressure is also something that can be a side effect of both of these medications, so it could be worsened by combining them. Ref: Medli...

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Can I take meloxicam 15mg and baclofen 10mg together. I was prescribe a half of meloxicam 15mg twice a day and 1 tablet of baclofen 10 mg twice a day. ## Hello, Dee! How are you? I didn't find any problems or interactions listed between these medications, so that should be fine, as long as your doctor has prescribed them both. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Meloxicam as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. Baclofen may cause side effects such as nausea, dizziness, headache and dry mouth. Is there anything else I can help with? ## can baclofen and meloxicam be taken at the same time

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joint-medication ## Glucosamine + Chondroitin is a joint supplement to promote healthy joints during exercise or daily activities in general. It is also used in the treatment of arthritis. Many health food stores and grocery stores carry this joint supplement combination. You can view more information in the link below... Please post back if you require further information regarding this supplement. ## Dear Doctor, I am 61yrs old and I am a patient of OA of both knee joints. I do not have BP or diabetes. I am using ORCERIN macleods 2 tabs a day and Calten tabs 2a day plus some homeopathic medicines and ayurvedic medicines but I have great difficulty in climbing steps and going down steps. During walking I get pain behind the knee joint and on the sides of the knee sometimes in the knee ...

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I was on Vioxx for 4 years, it worked for my knees. Then they pulled it off the market. I was prescribed 1000 mg of Relafen. After a week or so I got severe stomach pain and ultimately went into kidney failure. Is this a common side effect? ## It is listed as being a very rare possible side effect of Relafen, it has happened in less than 0.01% of people that have taken it, according to FDA reports. REF: MedLine Plus Nabumetone Other side effects may include nausea, headache, stomach irritation, and liver damage. Is that the only medication you were taking? Have they definitively attributed it to the medication?

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Trying to identify a white capsule with two rings and SG 158. I can't really tell if the rings are orange or yellow. ## They are meant to be yellow/gold, this is a 200mg Celecoxib tablet, a generic for Celebrex, it is used to pain, and inflammation. NDC: 50228-0158 The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding, and stomach irritation. Ref: MedlinePlus Celecoxib Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi ~ Just got the rheumatoid arthritis tap on the shoulder today. Rinvoq seems to be advertised a lot but I’d sure like to hear from folks who actually are using it. Has it been effective for you? What kind of side effects are you noticing? Anybody? ## I have RA and since there’s no cure for it, I can’t take these types of drugs including the DMARDS they have horrific side effects. But I take pain medication as needed. I don’t know of others who take this but I’ll find out. Best of luck. ## Thank you Bella ~ I am going to have to look up what DMARDS are! The ‘language’ of RA I will have to learn. I am liking your approach, of taking as little as possible of the least damaging, side effect laden medication. I’m 67 and take no meds at all at...

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Can u tell me what this pill is its got 100 on one side an blank on the other side and is white round pill ## Hello, Eva! How are you? Is the tablet possibly an off-white/pale yellow? If so, it is manufactured by Carlsbad Technology and they list it as containing 100mgs of Meloxicam. The FDA classifies this medication as a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, headache, increased risk of bleeding and stomach irritation. ## I called it white but knew I didn't have caffeine or the other option. They were definitely yellow compared to the white potassium. Meloxicam is the winner. I had it a while back and still have bottle with some in it just don't know why I would have som...

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My son was diagnosed with many small blood clots in his lungs, Dr perscribed xaralta but advised him to discontinue his celebrex drug. He is suffering greatly over entire body with stiffness and pain from his head to his toes, What can he take to replace celebrex or can he go back on celebrex or is he getting reaction to the xalareto? ## How long has it been since he started the Xarelto and stopped the Celebrex? His symptoms might be due to a combination of side effects from the Xarelto, and a sudden withdrawal of the Celebrex. Given the blood clots, and the risks associated with them, it would be best that he not taking any medication that isn't approved by his doctor. Xarelto can cause side effects, such as nausea, headache, increased risk of bleeding, fatigue, and joint/muscle ac...

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