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What Causes Severe Dry Cough After Taking Meloxicam?
I take Coumadin for mechanical mitral valve. Have just been prescribed meloxicam 7.5 mg daily. Have today been coughing that dry cough I can t stop. My pharmacist recommended an OTC cough syrup for diabetics and people with high blood pressure. I have used it carefully for about 8 years since my open heart surgery, but when I looked at the bottle tonite it says do not take w/an mao. Am I safe with meloxicam?
Mon, 3 Dec 2018
Hello,
Meloxicam is safe if used for a few days only. Take antacids after meals.
A dry cough is due to increased hyperacidity of the stomach. Coumadin is aggravating such problems.
Immediate consultation with a gastroenterologist and run upper endoscopy to rule out stomach ulcer.
Do not forget to use antacids meanwhile. Drink plenty of water. Avoid oily chilly spicy foods.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini,
General & Family Physician
Meloxicam is safe if used for a few days only. Take antacids after meals.
A dry cough is due to increased hyperacidity of the stomach. Coumadin is aggravating such problems.
Immediate consultation with a gastroenterologist and run upper endoscopy to rule out stomach ulcer.
Do not forget to use antacids meanwhile. Drink plenty of water. Avoid oily chilly spicy foods.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Albana Sejdini,
General & Family Physician
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