Meloxicam Injectable 5 mg/mL 20 mL
Meloxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) compound of the oxicam class, which acts by inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis, thereby exerting anti-inflammatory, antiexudative, analgesic and antipyretic effects. It reduces leukocyte infiltration into the inflamed tissue.
Size: 20 mL vial
Dosage and Administration
Use the contents within 28 days of first broaching of the vial. Discard the unused portion
| Treatment | Dogs | Cats |
| Musculoskeletal disorders |
Administer a single subcutaneous injection at a dosage of 0.2 mg meloxicam/kg bodyweight (i.e., 0.4 mL/10 kg bodyweight). Wagg & Purr® Meloxicam Dog Oral Suspension should be used for continuation of treatment at a dosage of 0.1 mg meloxicam/kg bodyweight, 24 hours after administration of the injection. |
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| Reduction of post-operative pain | Administer a single intravenous or subcutaneous injection at a dosage of 0.2 mg meloxicam/kg bodyweight (i.e., 0.4 mL/10 kg bodyweight) before surgery, for example at the time of induction of anaesthesia. | Administer a single subcutaneous injection at a dosage of 0.3 mg meloxicam/kg bodyweight (ie. 0.06 mL/kg bodyweight) directly prior to induction of anaesthesia. |
| Management of febrile conditions | Administer a single subcutaneous injection at a dosage of 0.3 mg meloxicam/kg bodyweight (ie. 0.06 mL/kg bodyweight). |
Active Constituent(s)
Meloxicam 5 mg/mL
Indications
Dogs - Wagg & Purr® Meloxicam Injectable is for the:
- Alleviation of inflammation and pain in both acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders.
- Reduction of post-operative pain and inflammation following orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery.
Cats - Wagg & Purr® Meloxicam Injectable is for the:
- Reduction of pain after surgery.
- Management of febrile conditions in combination with appropriate antibiotics.
Contraindications
This product is contraindicated for use in pregnant or lactating animals.
This product is contraindicated for use in animals less than 6 weeks of age.
This product is contraindicated for use in animals suffering from gastrointestinal disorders such as irritation and haemorrhage, impaired hepatic, cardiac or renal function and haemorrhagic disorders, or where there is evidence of individual hypersensitivity to the product.
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