Meloxicam Oral Suspension and Promethazine

• Generic Name: meloxicam
• Dosage Forms: oral suspension
• Other Brand Names: Mobic, Vivlodex, Meloxicam Comfort Pac [DSC], Qmiiz ODT

Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.

Meloxicam is used to treat pain or inflammation caused by rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis in adults.

Meloxicam is also used to treat juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in children who are at least 2 years old.

Meloxicam may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: promethazine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Phenergan, Phenadoz, Promethegan

Promethazine is in a group of drugs called phenothiazines (FEEN-oh-THYE-a-zeens). It works by changing the actions of chemicals in your brain. Promethazine also acts as an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body.

Promethazine is used to treat allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, itchy or watery eyes, hives, and itchy skin rashes. It also prevents motion sickness, and treats nausea and vomiting or pain after surgery. It is also used as a sedative or sleep aid.

Promethazine is not for use in treating symptoms of asthma, pneumonia, or other lower respiratory tract infections.