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Loxicom (Meloxicam) 1.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension Rx
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Product Description
Loxicom (Meloxicam) 1.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension is indicated for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in dogs. Available in 10 ml, 32 ml, 100 ml or 2 x 100 ml bottles.
What is Loxicom (Meloxicam) 1.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension?
Loxicom (Meloxicam) 1.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension is indicated for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in dogs.
Who is Loxicom (Meloxicam) 1.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension for?
Dogs (6 months and older)
Why use Loxicom (Meloxicam) 1.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension?
-Effectively treats pain and inflammation in dogs
-Reduces stiffness and increases mobility
-Easy to administer oral suspension
How does Loxicom (Meloxicam) 1.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension work?
Meloxicam works by reducing hormones that cause pain and inflammation in the body
Manufacturer:
Norbrook
Active Ingredients(s):
Meloxicam 1.5 mg/ml
How is Loxicom (Meloxicam) 1.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension sold?
10 ml, 32 ml, 100 ml or 2 x 100 ml bottles
What are the side effects of Loxicom (Meloxicam) 1.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension?
The most common side effect of NSAIDs is stomach upset, but stomach ulcers may develop, in which case you may see loss of appetite; vomiting; diarrhea; dark, tarry or, bloody stools; or constipation. Side effects involving the kidney include increased thirst and urination, or changes in the urine color or smell. Side effects involving the liver include jaundice (yellowing of the gums, skin, or eyes). Other side effects may include pale gums, lethargy, shedding, incoordination, seizures, or behavioral changes. If any of these side effects are observed, stop treatment and contact your veterinarian.
What special precautions are there?
Keep away from children and animals. Acute renal failure and death have been associated with use of meloxicam in cats. Not for use in animals who are hypersensitive (allergic) to meloxicam (Metacam), carprofen (Rimadyl), aspirin, etodolac (EtoGesic), deracoxib (Deramaxx), firocoxib (Previcox), tepoxalin (Zubrin), or other NSAIDs. Use with extreme caution and continued monitoring in geriatric animals and those with dehydration, diabetes mellitus, or stomach, intestinal, liver, heart, and blood disorders
What to do if overdose?
Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital
How can I store Loxicom (Meloxicam) 1.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension?
Store at controlled room temperature 68-77°F (20-25°C). Excursions permitted between 59°F and 86°F (15°C and 30°C). Brief exposure to temperature up to 104°F (40°C) may be tolerated provided the mean kinetic temperature does not exceed 77°F (25°C); however such exposure should be minimized.
Helpful Tips:
Arthritis cannot be cured, but the combination of a healthy lifestyle, weight, joint care supplements, and the appropriate NSAID can improve your dog’s quality of life.
Overview
Use as directed by your Veterinarian
Dosage and Administration
Always provide client information sheet with prescription. Carefully consider the potential benefits and risk of Loxicom Oral Suspension and other treatment options before deciding to use Loxicom Oral Suspension. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent with individual response. Loxicom Oral Suspension should be administered initially at 0.09 mg/lb (0.2 mg/kg) body weight only on the first day of treatment. For all treatments after day 1, Loxicom Oral Suspension should be administered once daily at a dose of 0.045 mg/lb (0.1 mg/kg). The syringes are calibrated to deliver the daily
maintenance dose in lbs. Because the first dose (0.2 mg/kg) is two times the amount of the daily maintenance dose (0.1 mg/kg), two syringes containing the 0.1 mg/kg dose should be administered at the first dose.
Directions for Administration:
Loxicom Oral Suspension is packaged with 2 sizes of dosing syringes. The small syringe is calibrated in 1-lb increments for use in dogs under 30 lbs. 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. Only administer Loxicom with the provided syringes. The container should never be used as a dropper bottle for administration of Loxicom.
Dogs Under 30 Lbs (13.6 Kg)
Shake well before use, then remove cap. Loxicom Oral Suspension can be given either mixed with food or placed directly into the mouth. Particular care should be given with regard to the accuracy of dosing. To prevent accidental overdosing of small dogs, only use the small dosing syringe. The large syringe provided should not be used to measure doses for dogs weighing less than 30 lbs (13.6 kg). For dogs under 30 lbs, use the small dosing syringe provided in the package (see dosing procedure below). The small dosing syringe fits onto the bottle and has dosing marks in 1-lb increments, designed to deliver the daily maintenance dose of 0.045 mg/lb (0.1 mg/kg). For dogs between 1 - 29 lbs, Loxicom can be given using the marks on the small dosing syringe. When using the small dosing syringe, the dog’s weight should be rounded down to the nearest 1-lb increment. Replace and tighten cap after use.
Dogs 30 Lbs (13.6 Kg) And Over
Shake well before use, then remove cap. Loxicom may be either mixed with food or placed directly into the mouth. Particular care should be given with regard to the accuracy of dosing. To prevent accidental overdosing of small dogs, do not use the large syringe in animals weighing less than 30 pounds. For dogs 30 lbs or greater, the large dosing syringe provided in the package should be used (see dosing procedure below). The large dosing syringe fits onto the bottle and has dosing marks in 5-lb increments (up to 160 lbs), designed to deliver the daily maintenance dose of 0.045 mg/lb (0.1 mg/kg). When using the large syringe, the dog’s weight should be rounded down to the nearest 5-lb increment. Replace and tighten cap after use.
Main Ingredients
Meloxicam 1.5 mg/ml
Meloxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the oxicam class. Each milliliter of Loxicom Oral Suspension contains meloxicam equivalent to 1.5 milligrams and sodium benzoate (1.5 milligrams) as a preservative. The chemical name for Meloxicam is 4-Hydroxy-2-methyl-N-(5-methyl-2-thiazolyl)-2H-1,2-benzothiazine-3-carbox-amide-1, 1-dioxide. The formulation is a yellowish viscous suspension.
