Diclofenac and Meloxicam: Can You Take Them Together?

Here's what FDA-approved drug labeling shows.

MODERATE

Interaction Found

Taking diclofenac and meloxicam together increases your risk of bleeding problems. Both drugs thin your blood and can work together to make bleeding worse. This is especially risky if you take blood thinners.

What to do: Talk to your doctor before taking these drugs together. Do not stop either medication on your own. Your doctor may need to monitor you more closely or adjust your doses to keep you safe.

Source: FDA-approved drug labeling via openFDA

About These Medications

Diclofenac — View full safety profile, side effects, and all known interactions.

Meloxicam — View full safety profile, side effects, and all known interactions.

Other interactions with Diclofenac

SEVEREwarfarinMODERATEhydrochlorothiazideMODERATElosartanMODERATEescitalopramMODERATEsertralineMODERATEnaproxen

Other interactions with Meloxicam

SEVEREwarfarinMODERATEpropranololMODERATEnaproxenMODERATEtrazodoneMODERATEvenlafaxineMODERATEsertraline

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SafeCheck provides drug interaction information from FDA-approved product labeling (openFDA). This is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before making medication decisions.