OstiLox (Meloxicam) 5 mg/ml 10 ml Injectable Sol. for Dogs

Description

Description
OstiLox (Meloxicam) is a non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory prescription medication used to help pets who suffer from a degenerative or inflammatory joint condition, such as arthritis. It helps alleviate pain, allowing your pet to live a happier and healthier life, plus it comes in an oral suspension form, so you can easily give it to your pet by using the syringe provided. Best of all, you can even disguise it in your pal’s favorite wet food.

Uses
For the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis.

Possible Side Effects
Please contact your veterinarian if the following adverse reactions occur: gastrointestinal abnormalities, such as vomiting, soft stools, diarrhea and lack of appetite.

Drug & Food Interactions
Pets with known hypersensitivity to Meloxicam should not receive OstiLox (Meloxicam) Oral Suspension. Do not use OstiLox (Meloxicam) Oral Suspension in cats. Acute renal failure and death have been associated with the use of meloxicam in cats.

Precautions
The safe use of OstiLox (Meloxicam) 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.

Recommended Dosage
Consult your veterinarian for proper dosing instructions. This drug should be initially administered at 0.09 mg/lb (0.2 mg/kg) body weight. After the first day of treatment, it should be given once daily at a dosage of 0.045 mg/lb (0.1 mg/kg).

Storage Instructions
Store at controlled room temperatures 68° – 77°F.