Is meloxicam a narcotic?
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com Last updated on Nov 6, 2018.
Official Answer
by Drugs.comNo, meloxicam is not a narcotic.
It is in a group of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body.
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