Metacam 1.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension 100 Ml
Metacam (meloxicam) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) oral suspension for use for the treatment of pain and inflammation in dogs. It is available as 10ml,32 ml or 100 ml dropper bottles. It should not be used in the last third of pregnancy and should not be used in nursing animals. Do not use in animals with heart,kidney or liver disease. The usual dose is 0.1mg / lb as a single dose on the first day then 0.05mg / lb given once every 24 hours thereafter. Generic Name Meloxicam (me-lock’-see-cam) Brand Name(s) Metacam (Merial) What is this medication used for Meloxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for use in dogs. It is indicated for the treatment of pain and inflammation as a result of acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders such as disco-spondylosis,arthropathy and soft tissue injuries Availability Meloxicam is a prescription medication available as a plastic squeeze dropper bottle with a measuring syringe included in the package. How this medication should be used Shake well before use. The usual dose of meloxicam in dogs is 0.1mg/lb as a single initial dose. Treatment should be continued by giving 0.05mg/lb once a day as a maintenance dose. The medication can be given using the drop dispensing container or by using the included dose syringe that attaches to the bottle. Kidney and liver function should be monitored during treatment. What are the side effects Side effects include loss of appetite,vomiting,diarrhea,dark or tarry stools and drowsiness Symptoms of an allergic reaction to this medication can include facial swelling,hives and rash. What special precautions are there This medication should not be used in animals allergic to meloxicam or other NSAIDS. It should not be used in animals with bleeding problems such as stomach ulcers and Von Willebrand’s disease. It should not be used in dogs with heart,kidney or liver disease. It should not be used in pregnant or lactating bitches in the last third of pregnancy. It should
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