LOXIDOL
Back to Products15 mg/ 1,5 ml
| Form | Solution for injection |
|---|---|
| Active Substance | Meloxicam |
| Presentation | 3 ampules 1.5 ml |
| Treatment Category | Musculoskeletal system |
About the Product
COMPOSITION
1 ampoule contains:
meloxicam 15 mg.
INDICATIONS FOR USE
Used for:
- short-term symptomatic treatment of rheumatoid arthritis exacerbations;
- treatment of ankylosing spondylitis exacerbations.
In cases where oral or rectal administration of meloxicam is not possible.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
- Administer 15 mg intramuscularly once daily (one injection).
- Maximum daily dose: 15 mg.
Administration technique:
- inject slowly and deeply into the upper outer quadrant of the gluteal muscle;
- use strict aseptic technique;
- alternate left and right buttocks for repeated injections;
- ensure the needle is not in a blood vessel before injection;
- stop immediately if severe pain occurs during injection;
- in patients with hip prosthesis, inject on the opposite side.
Duration:
- parenteral use is usually limited to a single initial dose;
- in justified cases, up to 2–3 days if oral/rectal administration is not possible.
General advice:
- use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration;
- regularly assess clinical response.
DOSAGE FORM
- Solution for injection in 1.5 ml ampoules, № 3.
PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
- meloxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) from the oxicam group;
- provides anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic effects;
- works by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis.
Pharmacokinetics
Absorption:
- fully absorbed after intramuscular administration;
- bioavailability ≈ 100%;
- peak plasma concentration (1.6–1.8 µg/mL) occurs within 1–1.6 hours.
Distribution:
- ~99% plasma protein binding (mainly albumin);
- penetrates synovial fluid (~50% of plasma level);
- volume of distribution: 11–16 L.
Metabolism:
- almost completely metabolized in the liver;
- forms 4 inactive metabolites;
- involves CYP2C9 and CYP3A4 enzymes.
Elimination:
- excreted via urine and feces as metabolites;
- <5% unchanged in feces;
- half-life: 13–25 hours;
- clearance: 7–12 mL/min.
Linearity:
- linear pharmacokinetics in the range of 7.5–15 mg.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- hypersensitivity to meloxicam or other NSAIDs (including acetylsalicylic acid);
- history of asthma, nasal polyps, angioedema, or urticaria after NSAID/aspirin use;
- gastrointestinal bleeding or perforation related to NSAIDs;
- active or recent peptic ulcer disease (recurrent episodes included);
- severe hepatic impairment;
- severe renal impairment (unless on hemodialysis);
- active or recent significant bleeding (including cerebrovascular bleeding);
- severe heart failure;
- bleeding disorders or concomitant anticoagulant therapy (IM injections may cause hematoma);
- third trimester of pregnancy;
- children and adolescents under 18 years.
ADVERSE REACTIONS
Gastrointestinal system:
- dyspepsia
- nausea, vomiting
- abdominal pain
- constipation
- flatulence
- diarrhea
Immune system:
- allergic reactions (rash, itching, urticaria, etc.).
DRUG INTERACTIONS
- Acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin, anti-inflammatory doses): concomitant use is not recommended.
- Anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin) and heparin: increased risk of bleeding due to:
- inhibition of platelet function,
- gastrointestinal mucosal damage.
- Combinations affecting blood clotting require caution and monitoring.
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
·Adverse reactions may be minimized by using the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible duration needed to control symptoms.
·Meloxicam is not recommended for severe pain requiring stronger or faster-acting analgesia.
·If there is no improvement after several days, treatment effectiveness and diagnosis should be reassessed.
· Clinical response should be regularly monitored and therapy adjusted if needed.