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Taking Meloxicam for the first time.

A MyChronicPainTeam Member asked a question 💭
Pasadena, TX

On Friday my Orthopedic Surgeon prescribed Meloxicam (15 mg - once daily). Was wondering anyone's thoughts on the effectiveness of this medicine. I am now taking Indomethacin (and from time to time Naproxen). Was wondering how it compares with those two. And, what's the best way to take it? In the morning? Noon? At night?

Your thoughts?

Thanks and God bless.

October 2, 2018
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Members shared mixed experiences with Meloxicam, with several noting that Naproxen didn't work well for them and emphasized the importance of... Read more

Members shared mixed experiences with Meloxicam, with several noting that Naproxen didn't work well for them and emphasized the importance of taking it with food to avoid stomach issues. A key insight was that Meloxicam takes a few days of consistent daily use to feel the positive effects rather than working as a quick relief medication. The original poster returned with encouraging news after three days on Meloxicam, reporting significant improvement that allowed them to stop using their cane, with the community celebrating this progress and offering prayers for continued pain-free days.

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@A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I usually take 1 Meloxicam daily. Can't take it while I'm recovering because I'm on blood thinner.

The only thing I'd like to point out about Meloxicam is that it takes a few days to feel the positive effect. It's not a medication to take as needed. You need to take it daily for it to work.

Hugs, Jean

October 2, 2018
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

I would love me some maloxacam after I fead warnings.

October 17, 2018
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Thanks for your posts, Jean. They've been very helpful. I know a month is a long time in our "chronic pain" world, so I will be praying you receive supernatural relief as you recover from your surgery.

Blessings.

October 6, 2018
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

@A MyChronicPainTeam Member

So glad that you have seen some improvement. I can't use Meloxicam for another month because I am on blood thinners for that long, following my heart surgery. I look forward to getting back on it as I've been very ache for a couple of months.

Jean

October 6, 2018
A MyChronicPainTeam Member

Thanks to everyone for your responses. All have been very helpful. I waited until Thursday to start with the Meloxicam. I must say, I'm seeing a big improvement. So much so that I haven't used my cane since I started taking it. I haven't noticed any side effects as of yet as well (I've only been on it three days). We'll see what happens, but at this moment I'm very thankful to get something new that is helping me (and allowing me to get off the Indomethacin, which I've been on for a long time). Plus, with the new MRI, and a hip shot on the way, I'm starting to think the tide might be turning, hallelujah!

Always and forever ... ALL THINGS through CHRIST!

Blessings to all, and again, thank you so much for your responses. Praying for all to have a pain-free day!

October 6, 2018

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