Ostilox (meloxicam)

Meloxicam (NSAID) oral liquid for pain and inflammation in horses. Meloxicam oral liquid (equine formulation). Mechanism: preferential COX-2 inhibitor — reduces inflammatory prostaglandin E2 synthesis with relative sparing of COX-1 gastric protective prostaglandins. Oxicam class NSAID. Equine oral liquid formulation for ease of administration. Key information COX-2 preferential NSAID. Widely used in dogs, cats (with caution), horses, and exotics. Cats: use very cautiously — short-term only at very low doses unless using approved feline formulation. Administer with food. Do not combine with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids.

Oral liquid: Administer orally. May be given with food to improve compliance and reduce GI upset. or mix into feed. Shake well before each use. well. Measure carefully with graduated syringe. 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, soft stools, anorexia. Renal toxicity with dehydration. Hepatotoxicity. Do not combine with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids. Same profile as meloxicam — all oxicam class NSAID effects.

For animals See meloxicam. 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. Equine oral liquid formulation. 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). Meloxicam — Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling. after handling. Keep out of reach of children.

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