Hi Robin, meloxicam, or Mobic, is a prescription NSAID (ibuprofen is an over the counter NSAID). It's commonly prescribed for people with RA. I took it for a while and it had a great impact on pain and inflammation. But I had to stop taking it as I'm susceptible to stomach upset with NSAIDs which can be common with all NSAIDs. Hope you keep getting relief with it!