Equicoxib Oral Solution

COX-2 selective NSAID (cimicoxib) for pain and inflammation management in horses; oral solution. COX-2 selective NSAID (cimicoxib). Mechanism: selectively inhibits COX-2 over COX-1 → reduces inflammation-induced prostaglandin E2 production while sparing constitutive COX-1 prostaglandins (gastric protection, platelet function). Oral solution formulation for horses. Key information COX-2 selective NSAID for horses. Do not use in horses intended for human consumption. Competition withdrawal required. Administer per label.

Oral solution (horses): administer via dose syringe directly into mouth or add to a small amount of feed. Administer once daily at consistent time. Store at room temperature; protect from light. If a dose is missed Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If the next dose is due within a few hours, skip the missed dose and resume the regular schedule. Never give a double dose.

GI: gastric/intestinal ulceration. Renal: tubular necrosis with dehydration. Hepatotoxicity (rare). Platelet inhibition. Do not combine with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids.

For animals Monitor for GI ulceration; use with caution in animals with GI disease. Monitor renal function, hydration status, and urine output. Do not use concurrently with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids. Horses only. For people handling this medication Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. Avoid contact with eyes; if contact occurs, flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, contact Poison Control (1-800-222-1222). NSAID — Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. after handling. Keep out of reach of children.

Contact your veterinarian or emergency clinic immediately. NSAID overdose causes GI and kidney damage.