Wellness

[qvcaddition]

My dog has been on this for a few years.

[Tinkrbl44]

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@Luvsmyfam wrote:

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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@Luvsmyfam 

I didn't think Meloxicam was helpful at all, but some people report good results, so give it a try.   Like with many meds, this is a trial and error process for many of us.

[SouthernBee]

@Luvsmyfam : My primary care doctor prescribed this for me. Definitely take with food. This  caused heartburn for me. I only take as need for the joint pain but it helps. I do not like taking a lot of medication but some days need help.

[SXMGirl]

@Luvsmyfam  I take Meloxicam as needed for knee pain.  I am interested in how you take Lunesta.  I am finding it difficult to get enough sleep.  Does it really help?  I know that I have seen the ads on tv, but I had no idea what it was for.

[Luvsmyfam]

well as for the lunesta,Lunesta, have not taken it yet.but when I do,I sure will let you know.i remember taking this yrs ago, and I had no problem with it,plus it worked!hope this info helps sxmgirl.btw,my insurance did not cover this,but with goodrx,I pd 9.95 out of pocket

[Luvsmyfam]

well,I must say,this drug,meloxcam has helped me greatly.i have only been on this since thurs.after getting script home,I hurt so bad so I took 1.noticed a improvement a few hrs later.and yes both the dr and pharmacist said food is a must when taking

[Neetgal2]

I was on this for several years due to knee, hip or shoulder pain.  I am not exactly sure what the Ortho Dr. prescribed it for.  I felt great and was pain free.  My primary Dr.  told be it was keeping me from keeping my weigh maintained!!  I saw nothing about this here on the boards, so really wondering.  I did lose the 10 pounds I gained on the medicine after I came off.  I do have constant pain, which I am simply use to now.