<s>[INST] Hi. My name is Sharon. I am presently on Mobic for the pain caused by polymyalgia rheumatic, but the doctor wants me to gradually get off of it. I have cut it down to not taking a pill once in three days, etc., but wonder how long I should take to get off of it--can it be more than that. He did not tell me what to do if the pain returns and I will have to ask him about that. Just wanted your thoughts. [/INST] Dear patient mobic contains meloxicam which is NSAIDS group of drug and long term.use is not recommended due to side effects. It can be stopped gradually and can be taken when there is pain occasionally. Alternative  pain meds are tab ultracet p twice a day. Tab paracetamol 650 mg is safe. pain medications should be taken as when required and not on regular basis. </s>