Artaz 15 mg Tablet

Artaz 15 mg Tablet is a prescription tablet that contains 15 mg of meloxicam in each tablet. Meloxicam belongs to the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) class and is used to help relieve pain, swelling, and stiffness from arthritis. Artaz 15 mg Tablet is commonly prescribed for conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, where reducing inflammation can improve daily movement and comfort.

How it works: Meloxicam works by blocking enzymes that help make prostaglandins, which are substances that cause pain, swelling, and inflammation. As a tablet, Artaz 15 mg Tablet is swallowed and absorbed through the digestive system to provide whole-body relief from arthritis symptoms.

Artaz 15 mg Tablet is the higher-strength meloxicam tablet in this product line, so it is generally used when a doctor decides that 15 mg is appropriate for an adult’s symptoms and medical history. Because it delivers the full 15 mg dose in one tablet, it may be chosen when a lower dose is not enough, but it is not meant to be used just because it works faster or feels stronger.

• Osteoarthritis pain and stiffness
• Rheumatoid arthritis inflammation and pain
• Relief of swelling and joint tenderness
• Symptom control for chronic arthritis
• Reduction of arthritis-related discomfort

• Swallow Artaz 15 mg Tablet whole with a full glass of water; do not crush, chew, or split it unless your doctor or pharmacist says it is okay.
• Take it exactly as prescribed, usually once daily if your doctor has selected the 15 mg strength.
• You may take it with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.
• Try to take it at the same time each day to keep a steady routine.
• Do not take more than one tablet in 24 hours unless your prescriber specifically instructs you to.

Each Artaz 15 mg Tablet provides 15 mg of meloxicam. This strength is often taken once daily, and 15 mg per day is the usual maximum adult dose for meloxicam unless a doctor gives different instructions. Your prescriber decides whether this higher-strength tablet is right for you based on your condition, age, kidney function, and side-effect risk.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Meloxicam may include:

• Stomach upset or abdominal pain
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Indigestion or heartburn
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Swelling or fluid retention, which may be more noticeable with the 15 mg strength

• Artaz 15 mg Tablet is a higher-strength NSAID dose, so the risk of stomach bleeding, kidney strain, and blood pressure increase can be greater than with lower doses.
• Do not use it if you have a history of NSAID allergy, aspirin-triggered asthma, or severe stomach ulcer bleeding unless your doctor specifically approves it.
• Avoid taking it with alcohol, which can raise the risk of stomach irritation and bleeding.
• Use caution if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, fluid retention, kidney disease, liver disease, or a history of stroke.
• Tell your doctor before surgery or dental procedures because NSAIDs can affect bleeding.
• Do not combine it with other NSAIDs unless instructed, including ibuprofen, naproxen, or aspirin for pain.
• This tablet is not intended for pain relief right before activity in a way that replaces arthritis treatment; follow the dosing schedule your doctor gives you.

• Other NSAIDs such as ibuprofen or naproxen
• Blood thinners such as warfarin, apixaban, or rivaroxaban
• ACE inhibitors, ARBs, and diuretics
• Methotrexate
• Lithium

Store Artaz 15 mg Tablet in its original strip or box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.