Mobic® is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
(NSAID) used to relieve the symptoms of osteoarthritis.
It may also be used to treat other conditions
as determined by your doctor.
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Mobic®
Before Using
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact with
this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all
prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you
are taking. ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION
may be needed if you are taking anticoagulants, biphosphonates
(e.g., alendronate, risedronate), cholestyramine, lithium,
or methotrexate. Inform your doctor of any other medical
conditions including asthma, nasal polyps, any allergies
- especially aspirin/NSAID allergy (e.g., ibuprofen,
celecoxib), pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your
doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns
about taking this medicine.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine provided
by your doctor. THIS MEDICINE MAY BE TAKEN with food
or milk, if stomach upset occurs. STORE THIS MEDICINE
at room temperature, away from heat and light. IF YOU
MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, take it as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do
not take 2 doses at once.
Cautions
DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED DOSE without checking
with your doctor. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you ever
had any unusual or allergic reaction to aspirin, ibuprofen,
naproxen, or any other medicine used to treat pain,
fever, swelling, or arthritis. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE
dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything
else that could be dangerous until you know how you
react to this medicine. THIS MEDICINE MAY CAUSE increased
sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun or
sunlamps until you know how you react to this medicine.
Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must be
outside for a prolonged period. DO NOT DRINK ALCOHOL
while you are taking this medicine, unless you first
discuss it with your doctor. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING
ANY NEW MEDICINE either prescription or over-the-counter,
check with your doctor or pharmacist. This includes
aspirin and other non-prescription pain relievers. FOR
WOMEN: THIS MEDICINE HAS BEEN SHOWN TO CAUSE HARM to
the human fetus. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss
with your doctor the benefits and risks of using this
medicine during pregnancy. IT IS UNKNOWN IF THIS MEDICINE
IS EXCRETED in breast milk. IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING
while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor
or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby.
Possible Side Effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, gas, constipation, or indigestion.
If they continue or are bothersome, check with your
doctor. CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if
you experience swelling of hands or ankles, ringing
in ears, fatigue, itching, yellow eyes or skin, flu-symptoms.
CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience swelling
of face, lips, eyes, throat, or tongue; difficulty swallowing
or breathing; or hoarseness. CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY
AND STOP TAKING THIS MEDICINE if you notice any of the
following unlikely but very serious side effects: black
stools, persistent stomach/abdominal pain, or vomit
that looks like coffee grounds. If you notice other
effects not listed above, contact your doctor, nurse,
or pharmacist.
Drug Interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects
or prevent a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug
interaction checker to find out if your medicines interact
with each other. Check drug interactions.
If You Take Too Much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms
of overdose may include nausea, sluggishness, severe
stomach pain, coffee ground-like vomit, and dark stool.
Additional Information
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it was
not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health
conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME,
obtain refills before your supply runs out.
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