I recently started having seizures. will this drug be any type of cause for this?
Can meloxicam cause seizures?
Question posted by Mavn Baby on 25 Sep 2023
Last updated on 25 September 2023
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Here is a complete list of potential side effects:
Meloxicam (Oral Route)
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Bleeding gums
bloating
blood in the urine
blurred vision
burning upper abdominal or stomach pain
canker sores
chest tightness or heaviness
chills
cloudy urine
cough
cramping
dark urine
decreased frequency or amount of urine
difficult or labored breathing
dilated neck veins
dizziness
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
general feeling of tiredness and weakness
headache
hives or welts
increased blood pressure
increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
increased thirst
irregular breathing
itching, soreness, or redness other discoloration of the skin
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals
light-colored stools
loss of appetite
lower side or back pain
noisy breathing
pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck
painful or difficult urination
pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
pinpoint red or purple spots on the skin
pounding in the ears
seizures
severe and continuing nausea
severe sunburn
shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
skin blisters
sore throat
sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or tongue or inside the mouth
stomach bloating, burning, cramping, tenderness, or pain
sweating
swelling or puffiness of the face
swollen glands
trembling or shaking of the hands or feet
unusual bleeding or bruising
upper right abdominal or stomach pain
watery or bloody diarrhea
weight gain or loss
yellow eyes or skin
Rare
Area rash
blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
bloody or black, tarry stools
clay-colored stools
cold, clammy skin
continuing vomiting
cough
cracks in the skin
difficulty with swallowing
fast, weak pulse
fever with or without chills
greatly decreased frequency of urination or amount of urine
hoarseness
joint or muscle pain
lightheadedness
loss of heat from the body
puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
red skin lesions, often with a purple center
red, irritated eyes
scaly skin
severe stomach pain
tightness in the chest
unpleasant breath odor
unusual tiredness or weakness
vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
Incidence not known
Difficulty in passing urine (dribbling)
difficulty with speaking
double vision
inability to move the arms, legs, or facial muscles
inability to speak
pains in the chest, groin or legs, especially the calves
severe headache of sudden onset
slow speech
stomach pain, continuing
sudden loss of coordination
sudden onset of slurred speech
sudden vision changes
swelling of the feet or lower legs
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
Blue lips, fingernails, or skin
pain in the chest, upper stomach, or throat
rapid weight gain
severe stomach pain
seizures
slow or fast heartbeat
swelling around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
Diarrhea
gas
heartburn
indigestion
Less common
Abnormal dreaming
anxiety
appetite increased
bad, unusual, or unpleasant after taste
belching
bloated or full feeling
burning feeling in the chest or stomach
burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
burning, dry, or itching eyes
change in taste
changes in vision
confusion
constipation
continuing ringing or buzzing or other unexplained noise in the ears
decreased urination
discharge
discouragement
dry mouth
excess air or gas in the stomach
excessive tearing
feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
feeling sad or empty
general feeling of discomfort or illness
hair loss
hearing loss
hot flushes
irritability
loss of interest or pleasure
nervousness
pain or burning in the throat
rapid breathing
redness, pain, or swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid
sensation of spinning
sleepiness
sunken eyes
thinning of the hair
thirst
trouble concentrating
trouble sleeping
wrinkled skin
Incidence not known
Mood changes
trouble getting pregnant
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your health care professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Source: Mayo Clinic
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Further information
- Meloxicam uses and safety info
- Meloxicam prescribing info & package insert (for Health Professionals)
- Side effects of Meloxicam (detailed)
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