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Posts: 4,015
Registered: ‎11-26-2019

good afternoon all.i have a question for you.my Dr prescribed meloxicam for hip pain.i had 2 xrays today.1 on thumb,which still is fractured and 1 on hip.she said there was no arthritis on hip and recommended I go to a sports dr.of course my ins has to agree to this.any feedback would be appreciated

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Registered: ‎06-24-2011

@Luvsmyfam 

I've taken this for quite sometime for pain due to arthritis and fibromialgia. I have had no side affects from it. Although we are all different. I take one tab a day in the am. I hope this helps you as it has me.

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Registered: ‎11-26-2019

this is good news.so has this helped you?and yes,I was told to take it in the am with food

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Registered: ‎11-26-2019

also,Dr gave me Lunesta for sleep problems.my insurance won't cover,but good rx is 9.95,so that's good news for me

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Taking with food is very important. Arthritis drugs can be tough on  your stomach.

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Registered: ‎06-19-2010

Both my husband and I took it for awhile after our knee replacement. I don't take it anymore but he still takes it maybe once or twice a week when he goes hiking or does a lot of work that puts strain on his knee. 

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Registered: ‎03-09-2010

I was on Meloxicam last year and got relief from in.  However, the doctor told me I could not be on it long term.  ( She never explained why.) 

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Registered: ‎04-30-2010

I was prescribed it prior to joint replacement with no issues.  I was advised it is not wise to remain on it for an extended period as it can impact kidney function.  It is an anti inflammatory and they can do a number on you.  Still, if it reduces inflammation and pain it is well worth trying imo.  Good luck!

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Registered: ‎05-09-2010

My primary physician prescribed it about 2 years ago for arthritis pain.  Take 1 tablet each morning and it does help.  He does blood work ups routinely and all has been OK.

Hope it helps you.  Good luck.

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Registered: ‎11-24-2013

@Luvsmyfam 2 things: Glad you are using Good RX. I've used them for over 2 years and have saved literally 100's of dollars on the meds I need to take.

 

I also take meloxicam as needed and it does help my arthritic knees.