Drug interactions
Meloxicam + Rose hips
Severity: Minor
Meloxicam and Rose hips: minor interaction.
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Summary
Rose hips contain salicylate-like and acidic constituents that are theorized to compete with NSAIDs for renal tubular secretion. Any rise in meloxicam exposure is likely small and is not well documented.
What this interaction means in plain words
Meloxicam and Rose hips have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Why it happens
Theoretical competition between anionic compounds for renal tubular secretion; not well established.
What to do
No specific action is needed; counsel patients to report signs of NSAID adverse effects such as dyspepsia or edema.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Frequently asked questions
Can I take Meloxicam with Rose hips?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Meloxicam and Rose hips have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Rose hips contain salicylate-like and acidic constituents that are theorized to compete with NSAIDs for renal tubular secretion. Any rise in meloxicam exposure is likely small and is not well documented.
How serious is the interaction between Meloxicam and Rose hips?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: No specific action is needed; counsel patients to report signs of NSAID adverse effects such as dyspepsia or edema.
What other medicines interact with Meloxicam?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Meloxicam with, for example, Ketorolac intranasal, Ketorolac, Aceclofenac. The full list is on the Meloxicam page.
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