Meloxidyl Oral Susp

Meloxicam (COX-2 preferential NSAID) oral suspension for pain and inflammation in dogs and cats; osteoarthritis and post-operative analgesia. Meloxicam oral liquid suspension (COX-2 preferential NSAID). Mechanism: preferential COX-2 inhibition → reduced inflammation-mediated prostaglandin E2; relative sparing of COX-1 gastric protective prostaglandins. Oxicam class. Once-daily dosing. For dogs, cats, and horses. Key information Meloxicam oral suspension — see meloxicam entry. Shake well before use. Cats: labeled feline suspension preferred. Administer with food.

Oral liquid: Shake well before each use. well. Measure with calibrated oral syringe. Administer orally. May be given with food to improve compliance and reduce GI upset. Administer with food to reduce GI adverse effects. Once daily. Store at room temperature; protect from light. If a dose is missed Administer as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and resume the normal schedule. Never double up doses to make up for a missed one.

GI: vomiting, diarrhea, anorexia, melena, gastric ulceration (COX-2 preferential but GI effects still possible). Renal: azotemia with dehydration or pre-existing CKD. Hepatotoxicity (rare — monitor liver enzymes). Platelet inhibition (less than non-selective NSAIDs). 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. Monitor liver enzymes with prolonged use. Do not use concurrently with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids. Cats: FDA-approved only for single SC injection perioperatively; prolonged oral use in cats is extra-label — use with caution and at low doses. Use with caution in pregnant animals. Baseline blood work before prolonged use. 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. Keep out of reach of children. Pregnant women and women of childbearing age should avoid contact. (NSAIDs not recommended in late human pregnancy).

Contact your veterinarian immediately. NSAID overdose causes GI ulceration and kidney injury. Supportive care required.