Meloxicam (brand names Metacam® Loxicom®, OroCAM®, Rheumocam) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve pain, inflammation, and fever in dogs and cats. It is indicated for the treatment of osteoarthritis in dogs and cats. Meloxicam is also used to treat pain associated with surgery. Each mL contains 0.5 mg meloxicam in a yellowish suspension with an odour of honey and 1.5 mg of sodium benzoate (Ph. Eur.) as the preservative.
Metacam® Oral Suspension for Cats (0.5 mg/mL) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the oxicam group. It acts by inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis, thereby exerting anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
Features of Metacam For Cats
Metacam Oral Suspension for Cats and Guinea Pigs is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug used for the treatment of pain relating to musculo-skeletal disorders including arthritis. PLEASE NOTE: If shown as out of stock, alternatives are available. Please call our customer service team for assistance and further information. Our vet recommends that you check with the prescribing veterinary surgeon to discuss the suitability of alternative products.
Uses/benefits of Metacam For Cats
Meloxicam is available as an oral liquid, oral spray (spray not available in Canada), injection, or chewable tablets for dogs, but only as an oral liquid or injection for cats. It is also available in pill form (brand name Mobic®, Mobicox®) for human use, which your veterinarian may prescribe ‘off label’ or ‘extra-label’ for large dogs. Many drugs are commonly prescribed for off label use in veterinary medicine. In these cases, follow your veterinarian’s directions and cautions very carefully. Your veterinarian will administer the injectable version of the drug.
Before giving the oral liquid, shake the bottle well. Carefully measure the dose as directed by your veterinarian. Chewable tablets should be given as directed by your veterinarian. Give meloxicam with food to reduce gastrointestinal side effects. The oral spray is sprayed inside the cheek space. Your veterinarian will provide you with specific instructions for administering the medication. This medication will take effect quickly, in about 1 to 2 hours, and improvement in clinical signs should follow.
Each mL contains 0.5 mg meloxicam in a yellowish suspension with an odour of honey and 1.5 mg of sodium benzoate (Ph. Eur.) as the preservative. Metacam® Oral Suspension for Cats (0.5 mg/mL) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the oxicam group. It acts by inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis, thereby exerting anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
Metacam Oral Suspension for Cats Indications
Metacam® Oral Suspension for Cats (meloxicam) is indicated for the alleviation of inflammation and pain (1) following surgery such as onychectomy, ovariohysterectomy or castration, or (2) associated with acute, mild to moderate musculoskeletal disorders in cats.
Dosage and Administration
Peri-operative use: After initial treatment with Metacam® 0.5% Injection for Dogs and Cats, continue treatment 24 hours later with Metacam® Oral Suspension for Cats 0.5 mg/mL at a dosage of 0.05 mg meloxicam/kg body weight. The oral follow-up dose may be administered once daily (at 24-hour intervals) for up to two days.
Acute musculoskeletal disorders: On the first day of treatment, a single oral dose of 0.1 mg meloxicam/kg body weight should be administered using Metacam® Oral Suspension for Cats. Treatment is to be continued once daily by oral administration (at 24 hour intervals) at a maintenance dose of 0.05 mg meloxicam/kg body weight for up to four days. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration of treatment consistent with the individual clinical response.
Prices of Metacam For Cats
$20.95 – $174.95