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Reduces Pain and Inflammation associated with Arthritis? |
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Reduces Fever? |
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Reduces Joint Stiffness? |
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Controls Symptoms of Osteoarthritis |
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Additional Benefits | Oral suspension comes with graduated syringe for accuracy | Also relieves pain and inflammation from hip dysplasia | Remedies swelling and itchy skin caused by allergies |
What Makes it Different? | Comes in an oral suspension for easy administration | Generic equivalent to Rimadyl, comes in chewable tablet or caplet form | Only comes in a 5mg tablet |
Recommended For? | Dogs (Over 6 months of age) | Dogs (Over 6 weeks of age) | Dogs & Cats |
Product Type | Oral Suspension | Chewable Tablet | Tablet |
Usage |
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RX Required |
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How Long does it Take to Work? | Within Hours of Dose | Within Hours of Dose | - |
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Ingredients | Meloxicam | Carprofen | Prednisolone |
Does it have long-term side effects? | GI abnormalities (vomiting, soft stools, diarrhea, and inappetance) were the most common adverse reactions associated with the administration of meloxicam. In rare situations, death has been reported as an outcome of the adverse events listed above. Renal failure has been reported as an outcome of repeated oral dosing of cats. | Laboratory studies in anesthetized dogs and clinical field studies have demonstrated that carprofen is well tolerated in dogs after oral administration. | Cushing's Syndrome in dogs has been reported in association of prolonged or repeated steroid therapy |
Cautions | Contact the veterinarian if the pet has bloody, black or tarry stools, blood in vomit, or swelling or rapid weight gain due to fluid retention. Do not us on cats. | Contact the veterinarian if the pet has bloody, black or tarry stools, blood in vomit, or swelling or rapid weight gain due to fluid retention. Do not use on cats. | Without first talking to your veterinarian, dp not give your pet any over-the-counter or other prescription medications while giving prednisone. There are possible side effects, including insomnia, nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, and fatigue. |
What are Customers saying Pros | We moved and have a new vet who I asked if she had any ideas for improvement. Within two weeks of her being on Metacam, her whole life has changed. She, by her expression, feels SO much better, tries to bounce along -- still can't walk well -- and is barking and playing like she hasn't in five years!!!! We have a new dog! | My poor old Lady and I share problems getting up and down ... the Novox has really helped her. Wish I could take some! (Just kidding, of course.) It really has made a difference in her mobility - and her disposition. Thanks! | ... a small price to pay for the rest of her skin to be doing so good. |
What are Customers saying Cons | ...may cause kidney failure. | ...will not take Novox...I don't know if it has a bitter taste..."...may cause kidney failure. | ...it started to have a negative effect on kitty. |
Vet Recommendations | Metacam is a very effective nonsteroidal anti inflammatory medication that has proven very effective in dogs. I have found it especially useful in very smaller dogs, where it is quite helpful in managing arthritis and pain, as well as helpful in reducing fevers as well. The only occasional side effects I have seen with this product is digestive upset, as well as even rare liver or kidney complications. I give this product an overall ranking of a 4.5 out of 5. | Currently under review | Prednisolone is a drug I will usually only reach for joint pain and/or stiffness if other prescribed nonsteroidal anti inflammatory have failed to work. While cortisone like drugs such as prednisolone can work to reduce inflammation and pain quite quickly, I do worry about the weakening effect on the ligaments and bone when used long term. I will usually use prednisolone over prednisone in geriatric pets or pets with preexisting liver disease. When used long term, it is important to monitor blood work to check for organ toxicity. The biggest side effects seen are usually increased thirst/urination/appetite, and occasionally diarrhea and vomiting. It is also important to monitor for blood loss as well. I give this product an overall ranking of 3.5 out of 5. |