Description
Benefits: less expensive than Meloxicam indicated for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in dogs May be either mixed with food or placed directly into the mouth EloxiOral is packaged with 2 sizes of dosing syringes. The small syringe is calibrated in 1 lb increments for use in dogs under 30 lbs, while the large syringe is calibrated in 5 lb increments (up to 160 lbs) and should be used for dosing dogs that are 30 lbs and over. This enables the 1.5 mg/mL strength to be easily and conveniently used on small dogs, eliminating the need for stocking a 0.5 mg/mL meloxicam. Contraindications Dogs with known hypersensitivity to meloxicam should not receive EloxiOral Oral Suspension.;Do not use EloxiOral Oral Suspension;in cats. Acute renal failure and death have been associated with the use of meloxicam in cats. Warnings Not for use in humans. Keep this and all medications out of reach of children. Consult a physician in case of accidental ingestion by humans.;For oral use in dogs only. As with any NSAID all dogs should undergo a thorough history and physical examination before the initiation of NSAID therapy. Appropriate laboratory testing to establish hematological and serum biochemical baseline data is recommended prior to and periodically during administration. Owner should be advised to observe their dog for signs of potential drug toxicity and be given a client information sheet about EloxiOral. Precautions The safe use of EloxiOral Oral Suspension in dogs younger than 6 months of age, dogs used for breeding, or in pregnant or lactating dogs has not been evaluated. Meloxicam is not recommended for use in dogs with bleeding disorders, as safety has not been established in dogs with these disorders. As a class, cyclo-oxygenase inhibitory NSAIDs may be associated with gastrointestinal, renal and hepatic toxicity. Sensitivity to drug-associated adverse events varies with the individual patient. Dogs that have experienced adverse reactions from one NSAID may experience adverse reactions from another NSAID. Patients at greatest risk for renal toxicity are those that are dehydrated, on concomitant diuretic therapy, or those with existing renal, cardiovascular, and/or hepatic dysfunction. Concurrent administration of potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be carefully approached. NSAIDs may inhibit the prostaglandins that maintain normal homeostatic function. Such anti-prostaglandin effects may result in clinically significant disease in patients with underlying or pre-existing disease that has not been previously diagnosed. Since NSAIDs possess the potential to induce gastrointestinal ulcerations and/or perforations, concomitant use with other anti-inflammatory drugs, such as NSAIDs or corticosteroids, should be avoided. If additional pain medication is needed after administration of the total daily dose of EloxiOral Oral Suspension, a non-NSAID or non-corticosteroid class of analgesia should be considered. The use of another NSAID is not recommended. Consider appropriate washout times when switching from corticosteroid use or from one NSAID to another in dogs. The use of concomitantly protein-bound drugs with EloxiOral Oral Suspension has not been studied in dogs. Commonly used protein-bound drugs include cardiac, anticonvulsant and behavioral medications. The influence of concomitant drugs that may inhibit metabolism of EloxiOral Oral Suspension has not been evaluated. Drug compatibility should be monitored in patients requiring adjunctive therapy. Adverse Reactions Possible adverse reactions include; Vomiting ; ; Diarrhea/Soft Stool ; ; Bloody Stool ; ; Inappetance ; ; Bleeding gums after dental procedure ; ; Lethargy/Swollen Carpus ; ; Epiphora Contact your veterinarian if your pet shows signs of adverse reaction. EloxiOral Suspension 100 ml (Generic Meloxicam). I do not receive this product or any others in exchange for this article, I do get a commission for readers clicking the buy now links which helps to differ the cost of hosting this blog and I sincerely hope this article site helps you with your search for Vet Approved Rx products.
