Description
Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic and fever reducer effects. It is a derivative of oxicam, closely related topiroxicam, and falls in the enolic acid group of NSAIDs. Meloxicam starts to relieve pain about 30–60 minutes after administration.
Specification:
| Chemical Name | Meloxicam |
| Synonyms | 4-Hydroxy-2-methyl-N-(5-methyl-2-thiazolyl)-2H-1,2-benzothiazine-3-carboxamide 1,1-Dioxide; Metacam; Mobic; Mobicox; Movalis; Movatec; Parocin; |
| CAS Number | 71125-38-7 |
| Alternate CAS # | 71125-38-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₄H₁₃N₃O₄S₂ |
| Appearance | Pale Yellow to Light Yellow Solid |
| Melting Point | 240-242°C |
| Molecular Weight | 351.4 |
| Storage | -20°C |
| Solubility | DMSO (Slightly) |
| Category | Standards; Pharmaceutical/API Drug Impurities/Metabolites; |
| Applications | Preferential cyclooxygenase (COX-2) inhibitor. Sudoxicam and Meloxicam are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) from the enol-carboxamide class. |
| Not a dangerous good if item is equal to or less than 1g/ml and there is less than 100g/ml in the package |
Packaging details:
| Packaging details: | 25kg/drum with double plastic bags inside; packed in a cardboard drum or fiber HDPE drum. |
| Storage: | Stored in a clean, cool, dry area; keep away from moisture and strong, direct light/heat |
