Ecwin 10mg Capsule

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS

Last updated on 26 Jan 2026 | 10:26 PM (IST)

Ecwin 10mg Capsule is a pain-relieving medicine. It is used for the treatment of pain and inflammation in conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. It provides relief from pain, swelling, and redness.

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General Information

Contains

Meloxicam (10mg)

Marketer

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Ecwin 10mg Capsule can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration will depend on what you are taking it for and how well it helps your symptoms. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it.

The most common side effects of this medicine are diarrhea, upper respiratory tract infections, indigestion, and flu-like symptoms. If any of these side effects persist or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the symptoms.

Before using it, you should let your doctor know if you have a history of stomach ulcers, heart diseases, high blood pressure, and liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor also know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctors before using the medicine.

Uses of Ecwin Capsule

Pain relief

Benefits of Ecwin Capsule

Pain relief
Pain and inflammation in conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis occur due to joint damage and ongoing inflammation, leading to stiffness and difficulty in movement. Ecwin 10mg Capsule helps reduce pain and inflammation, which eases joint stiffness and swelling. This supports better movement, improved comfort during daily activities, and overall improvement in quality of life.

Side effects of Ecwin Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Ecwin

Upper respiratory tract infection
Flu-like symptoms
Dyspepsia
Diarrhea

How to use Ecwin Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Ecwin 10mg Capsule may be taken with or without food.

How Ecwin Capsule works

Ecwin 10mg Capsule is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation (pain and swelling).

Quick tips

Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time.
Ecwin 10mg Capsule can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
It should be taken with food or milk to avoid getting an upset stomach.
It can cause serious complications like stomach bleeding and kidney problems if taken for a long time.
Ecwin 10mg Capsule can raise your risk of blood clots, heart attack, or a stroke.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Ecwin 10mg Capsule.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ecwin 10mg Capsule is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ecwin 10mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Ecwin 10mg Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney

CAUTION

Ecwin 10mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Limited information is available on the use of Ecwin 10mg Capsule in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Ecwin 10mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Ecwin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Severe

Tacrolimus (Oral Route)

If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your tacrolimus levels, potassium levels and kidney function closely. They may adjust the doses as per the observations.

Severe

Methotrexate (Injection Route)

Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts.

Severe

Methotrexate (Injection Route)

Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts.

Severe

Methotrexate (Injection Route)

Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts.

Severe

Methotrexate (Injection Route)

Please consult with your doctor. Doctor may monitor liver function and blood cell counts.

Frequently asked questions

What is Ecwin 10mg Capsule used for?

Ecwin 10mg Capsule is used to relieve pain, swelling, and stiffness associated with conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis in certain children. It works by reducing inflammation and easing joint discomfort.

Can Ecwin 10mg Capsule increase my risk of heart problems?

Yes. Ecwin 10mg Capsule may increase the risk of serious heart-related issues, including heart attack and stroke, which can occur without warning and may be fatal. This risk may begin early in treatment and can rise with prolonged use or higher doses, especially in individuals with existing heart disease.

Is Ecwin 10mg Capsule safe for people with a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding?

Ecwin 10mg Capsule can cause serious gastrointestinal problems, such as bleeding, ulcers, or perforation, which may occur without warning. Individuals with a history of stomach ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, older age, alcohol use, smoking, or those taking certain medications are at increased risk.

Who should not take Ecwin 10mg Capsule?

Do not take Ecwin 10mg Capsule if you have had allergic reactions to meloxicam or other NSAIDs, have aspirin-sensitive asthma, have experienced severe allergic skin reactions to similar medications, or are undergoing coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery.

Can Ecwin 10mg Capsule affect my blood pressure?

Yes. Ecwin 10mg Capsule may cause new or worsening high blood pressure. If you are already taking medication for high blood pressure, Ecwin 10mg Capsule may reduce its effectiveness. Regular monitoring is recommended.

Does Ecwin 10mg Capsule affect the kidneys?

Ecwin 10mg Capsule may cause kidney problems, particularly in individuals who are dehydrated, elderly, have kidney or liver disease, heart failure, or are taking certain other medications. Your doctor may monitor kidney function during treatment.

Can Ecwin 10mg Capsule cause liver problems?

Yes. Although rare, Ecwin 10mg Capsule can lead to serious liver issues. Symptoms may include nausea, fatigue, itching, yellowing of the skin or eyes, pain in the upper right abdomen, or flu-like symptoms. Seek medical attention immediately if these occur.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Benzothiazines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

PAIN ANALGESICS

Action Class

Non-Selective COX 1 & 2 Inhibitors (Enolic Acid Derivatives)

References

Grosser T, Smyth E, FitzGerald GA. Anti-Inflammatory, Antipyretic, and Analgesic Agents; Pharmacotherapy of Gout. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 990.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 859.
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Name: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA

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General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Ecwin Capsule

Benefits of Ecwin Capsule

Side effects of Ecwin Capsule

How to use Ecwin Capsule

How Ecwin Capsule works

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Interaction with drugs

Tacrolimus (Oral Route)

Methotrexate (Injection Route)

Methotrexate (Injection Route)

Methotrexate (Injection Route)

Methotrexate (Injection Route)

Frequently asked questions

What is Ecwin 10mg Capsule used for?

Can Ecwin 10mg Capsule increase my risk of heart problems?

Is Ecwin 10mg Capsule safe for people with a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding?

Who should not take Ecwin 10mg Capsule?

Can Ecwin 10mg Capsule affect my blood pressure?

Does Ecwin 10mg Capsule affect the kidneys?

Can Ecwin 10mg Capsule cause liver problems?

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