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Meloxicam

Last Revision: September 15, 2024.

CASRN: 71125-38-7

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Drug Levels and Effects

Summary of Use during Lactation

Because no information is available on the use of meloxicam during breastfeeding, other agents may be preferred, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant.

Drug Levels

Maternal Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Infant Levels. Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Effects in Breastfed Infants

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Effects on Lactation and Breastmilk

Relevant published information was not found as of the revision date.

Substance Identification

Substance Name

Meloxicam

CAS Registry Number

71125-38-7

Drug Class

Breast Feeding

Lactation

Milk, Human

Analgesic Agents

Anti-inflammatory Agents, Nonsteroidal

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