Meloxicam (sold under the brand name Mobic) is a prescription-only nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for treating pain related to arthritis in adults and children 2 years old and older.

Intramuscular meloxicam provided faster pain relief than the oral drug in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Meloxicam also appears to be effective in the prevention of postoperative pain ...

Ibuprofen is available over-the-counter (OTC). Your healthcare provider might recommend meloxicam or ibuprofen to treat arthritis pain and inflammation. These drugs work in similar ways ...