1. Is Mobic addictive?
No. Unlike opioid drugs, it does not cause any addiction, but its excessive usage can be potentially dangerous. So, it does not fall in the scheduled drug category.
Although long-term consumption of Meloxicam is not very safe, it does not cause addiction. But people may depend on it for pain relief.
2. How long after taking Mobic can I take Ibuprofen?
One should let the effects of Mobic subside before taking Ibuprofen because both belong to the same drug family that is NSAIDs. Therefore, such a combination may cause a gastrointestinal disturbance.
Meloxicam stays in the body for up to 20 hours, so one should wait for this much period before taking the second drug.
3. Is Mobic 15 mg a narcotic?
No. It is not a narcotic. It belongs to the class of NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs).
NSAIDs affect certain receptors to reduce the secretion of pain-causing hormones. Therefore, it subsides the inflammation to reduce pain. On the other hand, narcotics work to reduce the feeling of pain.
4. How long does Mobic 15 mg stay in your system?
Meloxicam stays in the body for up to 20 hours and then gets eliminated from the body via urine. Meloxicam attains its peak concentration in 6 hours after administration. So, one should let the effects of Mobic subside before taking any other NSAID.
5. What to take instead of Mobic?
Instead of this drug, one can take Celebrex.
Celebrex is also one of the NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) used for the symptomatic relief and treatment of arthritis. It also works by lowering prostaglandin (inflammation-causing hormone) levels to relieve pain and inflammation.
6. Is Mobic stronger than Ibuprofen?
Undoubtedly, Meloxicam is stronger and more potent than Ibuprofen. That is why doctors prescribe to take this medicine only once a day. However, adverse reactions of Meloxicam are more frequent than that of Ibuprofen.
7. Is Mobic a good pain reliever?
Yes. Although both Mobic and Ibuprofen belong to NSAIDs, the former is a more potent painkiller. Mobic gives fast relief from symptoms of moderate to severe pain or inflammatory conditions.
8. Is Mobic bad for kidneys?
Yes. Long-term usage of this drug depletes kidney function and even worsens the prevailing kidney damage. One can reverse the damage by stopping the consumption of Mobic. Doctors usually do not prescribe this drug to patients suffering from kidney problems or diseases.
9. Can pregnant women take Mobic?
One should not consume Meloxicam after 30 weeks into pregnancy, as it may have a negative impact. It may cause fetal death or teratogenic effects. Moreover, if you are trying for pregnancy for long, you should avoid taking this as it delays ovulation.
10. Can I take Mobic while breastfeeding?
It is still controversial and unexplained whether Meloxicam passes through breast milk to the child or not. But if it does, it can do great harm to the child’s health. So, discuss with your doctor before consuming Meloxicam during breastfeeding.
