Melorex (15mg)

MELOREX belongs to a family of medicines called Non-Steroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs). These medicines work by relieving pain and inflammation. MELOREX is used to treat the symptoms of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis. Both diseases mainly affect the joints causing pain and swelling. MELOREX can relieve symptoms such as pain and inflammation (swelling, redness and soreness). Special precautions for storage: Store below 25°C in a safe place out of the reach of children. Package quantities: 30 tablets. Presentation: Melorex 15 mg tablets are pale yellow coloured, circular flat beveled uncoated tablets with central breakline on one side and plain on the other. Dosage and Administration: Melorex tablets may be administered in a dose of 7.5mg daily. Osteoarthritis: 7.5 mg per day. If necessary, the dose may be increased to 15 mg/day. Rheumatoid arthritis: 15 mg/day. According to the therapeutic response, the dose may be reduced to 7.5 mg/day. In dialysis patients with severe renal failure: The dose should not exceed 7.5mg per day. In patients with mild to moderate renal impairment (creatinine clearance of greater than 25mL/min): The dose should not exceed 7.5mg per day. Adolescents: The maximum recommended dose for adolescents is 0.25mg/kg. In general usage should be restricted to adolescents and adults, see contraindications. Tablets should be swallowed with water and other fluid in conjunction with food.