Painful osteoarthritis - This is the only thing that has helped with the severe bone and joint pain. I no longer feel like I am twenty years older than I am, and can keep up with the kids again! This might upset a sensitive stomach but since I have to use a proton pump inhibitor anyway (because of IBS) I can't comment on that... I have been on it (15mg daily) for one month. I did learn right away ...
Burps that smells like farts(the burps happen frequently because of the severe gas), severe gas and diarrhea, major discomfort. The benefits do not outweigh the negatives. And as far as I can find, this stuff is actually only approved for dogs and for a one time use in cats. Stay away.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
7/20/2008
Condition: Rheumatoid Arthritis
Overall rating 2.0
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It did not stop the swelling of my hands and fingers. It also caused my stomach to hurt.
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badkitty | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/16/2008
Condition: Other
Overall rating 3.7
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I, too felt like I had pressure in my head and neck after taking Meloxicam. I was afraid I was having a stroke. The pain relief was only about 75% plus it made me nautious so for me the risks outweighed the benefits.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Caregiver
7/14/2008
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 3.7
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Had L & R total knee replacements. Have arthritis, plantar fashia & GERD. Still have to take an OTC supplamental pain med. on reg. basis to help relieve the pain.
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pud | 45-54 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/10/2008
Condition: Other
Overall rating 3.0
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Caused stool to turn green. Decreased swelling in legs but with any kind of exertion inflammation comes right back.Gives stomach upset as well as cramps.
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shadeaux 2008 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/9/2008
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 2.3
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use to use aleve, doctor worried aqbout stomach ulcers, switched me to this. Only 3 days into it but so far no help with pain relief. Really hoping that it starts to work soon.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
7/2/2008
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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I had bursitis/arthritis in hip with swelling behind my knees. Walking was a chore. This medication has immensely relieved all conditions. Wonderful!
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Anonymous | On medication for less than 1 month |
7/1/2008
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 2.3
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since starting this medication I have been experiencing flu-like symptoms..headache and nausea. I am not sure I can persevere to see if the side affects wear off.
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Anonymous | 55-64 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/29/2008
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 4.7
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I felt better within one day and don't need cane any longer. I did have stomach pains for a few days.....but not after that. I take it in the evening, sleep so much better and walk almost normal again. So glad my doc prescribed this medication and hope it keeps the pain under control until I have surgery and no longer need it!
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rainwalker | 55-64 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/22/2008
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 2.3
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From the first pill, I became very tired,and slepted till 12 noon, This defeated the perpous of the pill,since I was taken the pill to be more active outdoors, not less active.It also made my head feel extreme pressure, much like my brain was swollen. These conditions all vanished bt about 3 pm. The inflamation was reduced,but if I could take the pill at night,I would,I will have to consult my doctor.
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6/16/2008
Condition: Joint Inflammatory Disease in Children and Young Adults
Overall rating 3.3
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CJV122 | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/11/2008
Condition: Other
Overall rating 4.0
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I have alot less pain with my fibromyalgia and arthritis. But I have had alot of diarreah and stomach pain with it even when taken with food.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Male | Patient
6/4/2008
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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I was prescribed this for severe neck and back pain. multiple spinal surgeries including fusion and vertebrea replacement. Stopped taking this about a year ago. 3 days ago I went to the dentist and discovered I have an abcessed tooth. Was not able to get into an oral surgeon until this afternnon. I tried this drug to help with the pain and it worked. pain in tooth down 80%. only need it until root canal today. I could not take the pain without it.
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rjdavis | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/29/2008
Condition: Joint Inflammatory Disease in Children and Young Adults
Overall rating 4.0
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Has anyone had severe gas with this medication?
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bju50213 | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/22/2008
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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for the past two months i have had heel pain. finally went to the doctor and had xrays done. turned out to be a heel spur. doctor put me on steroids and meloxicam. the very next day i felt so much relief! i am able to walk normal and enjoy my two young daughters again! would highly recommend this product.
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Toby | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/7/2008
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 5.0
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greeneyes2luv | 35-44 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
5/2/2008
Condition: Rheumatoid Arthritis
Overall rating 5.0
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I had been taking 800mg Ibuprofen and when that didn't work, Celebrex which didn't work either. THIS WORKS!! I had severe pain in my hip, knee, ankles, feet and back as well as carpal tunnel. I have only been using this for 4 days and All is better. I can walk like I'm my age again and can sleep through the night with no pain!
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tonyamah | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/22/2008
Condition: Rheumatoid Arthritis
Overall rating 5.0
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I take mine before bed- it makes me sleep so much better, I can move when I get up in the morning and it has given me tons of energy so far today. I feel much better all around- hips till hurts but I have only taken it one night. Hope it doesn't give me stomach problems. I am not a huge fan of taking any drugs on a refular basis-you can end up with a cabinet full if you don't watch out. This one is good so far though.
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Anonymous | 75 or over | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/20/2008
Condition: Other
Overall rating 1.7
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sciatica - didn't help with the pain
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pk201 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/19/2008
Condition: Joint Damage causing Pain and Loss of Function
Overall rating 5.0
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I have been taking this medication for about 2 months. While I have read of some serious side effects with this medication as well as other nsaids, I have gotten complete relief from knee and elbow pain with no side effects to date. For me, the benefits outweigh the risks.
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Anonymous | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
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