In the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, meloxicam is given in a usual oral dose of 15 mg daily as a single dose. Those with an increased risk of adverse reactions should be started on 7.5 mg daily. A dose of 7.5 mg daily is recommended for long-term treatment in the elderly.
In the treatment of acute exacerbations of osteoarthritis the usual oral daily dose of meloxicam is 7.5 mg, increased if necessary to a maximum of 15 mg daily given as a single dose.
Amoria Capsules 7.5 mg should be used at the lowest effective dose for shortest possible time.