Metacam (meloxicam) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) medication used to treat pain and inflammation in dogs. It also has other benefits, including fever reduction. Metacam for Dogs requires a prescription from your veterinarian.
For: Dogs (over the age of 6 months)
Benefits:
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Effectively treats pain and inflammation
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Gives your dog more mobility
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Comes with a graduated syringe, with weight measurements, that easily and accurately dispenses the correct amount of oral suspension
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Can be administered directly into your dog’s mouth, or mixed in your dog’s food
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Palatable taste
How it works: Metacam works by reducing hormones that cause pain and inflammation in your pet’s body.
Cautions: While using Metacam, talk to your veterinarian before giving any other prescription or over-the-counter medications to your pet. Metacam should not be used in the last third of pregnancy or with nursing animals. Don’t use in animals with heart, kidney, or liver disease.
More Information:
Brand Name Metacam (Boehringer Ingelheim)
Generic Name Meloxicam (me-lock’-see-cam)
What is the most important information I should know about Metacam: Metacam is a prescription medication that is FDA approved for use in dogs. Metacam is available as 1.5mg/ml suspension in a 10 ml, 32 ml, 100 ml, or 180 ml plastic squeeze dropper bottle with a measuring dose syringe included in the package. Metacam is also available as 0.5mg/ml suspension in a 15 ml dropper bottle with a measuring dose syringe included in the package. The usual dose of Metacam in dogs is 0.1mg per pound as an initial dose the first day, followed by 0.05mg per pound once a day thereafter. Shake well before using Metacam. Contact the veterinarian if the pet has bloody, black or tarry stools, blood in vomit, swelling or rapid weight gain due to fluid retention, unusual fatigue or weakness, yellowing of the eyes, excessive itching, abdominal pain or tenderness as these symptoms could indicate serious side effects. Warning: Repeated use of meloxicam in cats has been associated with acute renal failure and
death.Do not administer additional doses of injectable or oral meloxicam to cats. Before giving your pet any prescription or over the counter medications check with your veterinarian or pharmacist.
What is Metacam: Metacam is a nonsteroidal ant-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Metacam works by reducing hormones that cause pain and inflammation in the body. Metacam is used to reduce pain, inflammation and stiffness as a result of acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders such as osteoarthritis. Metacam may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this guide.
What should I discuss with my veterinarian before giving Metacam to my pet: Tell your veterinarian if your pet has an allergy to aspirin or any other NSAID; an ulcer or bleeding in the stomach; has liver, or kidney disease; congestive heart failure; fluid retention; bleeding disorders; heart disease or high blood pressure. Tell your veterinarian if your pet is pregnant or lactating.
How should this medication be given: Give this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions ask the pharmacist or veterinarian to explain them to you. Metacam may be given with or without food. Keep plenty of water available for your pet. Store Metacam at room temperature, away from moisture and heat. Keep this medication away from children and pets.
What happens if I miss giving a dose: Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if is almost time for the next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed. Do not give a double dose of the medication.
What happens if I overdose the pet: Seek emergency veterinary medical treatment. Symptoms of Metacam overdose include nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of consciousness, drowsiness, headache, cardiac arrest, stomach pain, seizures, little or no urine production, and slow breathing.
What should I avoid while giving Metacam to my pet: Many over the counter cough, cold, allergy and pain medicines contain aspirin or other NSAID¿s similar to Metacam. Before taking any prescription or over the counter medications talk to the veterinarian or pharmacist.
What are the possible side effects of Metacam: Contact the veterinarian if the pet has bloody, black or tarry stools, blood in vomit, swelling or rapid weight gain due to fluid retention, unusual fatigue or weakness, yellowing of the eyes, excessive itching, abdominal pain or tenderness as these symptoms could indicate serious side effects. If any of the following serious side effects occur, stop giving Metacam and seek emergency veterinary medical attention; an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; swelling of the lips; tongue or face; hives); muscle cramps, open sores in the mouth, seizures, abdominal cramping. Other less serious side effects may occur. Continue giving Metacam and talk to your veterinarian if your pet experiences headache, dizziness, nausea, diarrhea, or constipation, depression, fatigue or weakness, dry mouth. Other side effects may also occur. Talk to your veterinarian about any side effect that seems unusual or bothersome to the animal.
What other drugs will affect Metacam: Tell your veterinarian if your pet is being given aspirin; another NSAID such as etodolac, carprofen or piroxicam; an over the counter cough, cold, allergy or pain medication; furosemide; or warfarin. Talk to your veterinarian before giving your pet any prescription or over the counter medicines.
Where can I get more information: Your pharmacist has additional information about Metacam written for health professionals that you may read.
Directions:
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Metacam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) prescription medication used to reduce pain, inflammation, and stiffness as a result of acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders such as osteoarthritis.
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Metacam is for dogs only. Do not give to cats.
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Tell your veterinarian if your pet has an allergy to aspirin or any other NSAID, or if your pet is being given any other medication.
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Warning: Repeated use of meloxicam (Metacam) in cats has been associated with acute renal failure and
death. Do not administer additional doses of injectable or oral meloxicam to cats.
Tip: Shake well before using Metacam. Keep plenty of water available for your pet to drink. 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.
Dosage:
Pet
Weight
Dosage
Dogs/Puppies: (over the age of 6 months)
Under 10 lbs
Carefully measure suspension onto food to assure that the correct dose is given before presentation of the food to the dog. To prevent accidental overdosing of small dogs, administer drops on food only, never directly into the mouth.
Dogs/Puppies: (over the age of 6 months)
Over 10 lbs
Shake well before use. The usual dose is 0.1mg per pound for the first day followed by 0.05mg per pound once a day thereafter. This medication can be either mixed with food or placed directly into the mouth
Cats:
Horses:
Storage: Should be stored at room temperature. Protect from light, moisture, and heat.
Metacam:
Active Ingredients (0.5mg per ml)
Amount
Meloxicam
15 mL
Sodium Benzoate
1.5 mg
Metacam:
Active Ingredients (1.5mg per ml)
Amount
Meloxicam
10 mL
Sodium Benzoate
1.5 mg
Metacam:
Active Ingredients (1.5mg per ml)
Amount
Meloxicam
32 mL
Sodium Benzoate
1.5 mg
Metacam:
Active Ingredients (1.5mg per ml)
Amount
Meloxicam
100 mL
Sodium Benzoate
1.5 mg
Metacam:
Active Ingredients (1.5mg per ml)
Amount
Meloxicam
180 mL
Sodium Benzoate
1.5 mg
Metacam
4.7
5
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Works great
I have been giving this medication to my cat for a year. The first time I gave it to her to relieve pain from arthritis, it was like having a kitten in the house again. By her being 21 years old, and only around 6 pounds I only give her .2 ml. every two to three days as needed. Even with that small amount she does great . I really wished I had known about this medication sooner.
05/17/2011
Casey is doing fabulous!!
Our Cocker Spaniel, Casey, who is 16 years old, was in terrible pain from Arthritis in his hips and legs. He was very slow at getting up and could not jump up on the bed or the couch. We found out about Metacam and gave it try. Now, Casey is like a new dog!!! Casey is now playing with toys again, jumping up and down on our bed and couch and acts like a puppy again. We would highly recommend Metacam to anyone who has a dog in pain and is practically lifeless. We give Metacam a definate two thumbs up!!!
03/28/2011
It works!
Our basset hound is 11 years old and was in a great deal of pain . Our vet prescribed metacam after surgery and it really helped. We went to our vet for a refill and the cost was prohibitive. So, we turned to Pet Meds, which we've used for years and got the metacam at a reasonable price, free shipping and, of course, a treat is ALWAYS included for our beloved Darcy. We love PetMed!
03/19/2011
OMG Kodiak is like his old playfull self again. He really likes taking the meds, he must like the taste because he doesnt fight me AT ALL. Thank you for all your service and caring
THANK YOU
CHERYL
05/21/2013
Best product for arthritis
We've tried a few products for our 15 year old dog's arthritis, but Metacam has proven to be the most effective.
Before Metacam, he could barely hobble out to the front yard, but now he can go on short walks -- about one full block and back. Naturally, he still has arthritis, but he has regained his mobility. He is much happier.
One of our main concerns is to slow him down a little when the other dogs get excited and he starts to run around.
We watch his stool carefully to make certain he isn't bleeding internally.
05/20/2013
The syringe that is provided denotes the dose by the weight of the dog, this medication should be give once a day based on the weight of the pet. You should still consult with your veterinarian to confirm the correct dose.
I get metacam from my vet, however it's terribly expensive. I'm trying to see if yours is the same as what my vet is giving, but @ a lesser cost. My dogs bottle says "metacam oral solution per ml ..give 2mls once daily & qty is 120 ml. If this is the same thing as what you have, i'd rather purchase thru you as i know the cost is less. thank you
we carry metacam 1.5 ml/ml in different size bottles.........we do not have 120 ml...however we have other options you may be happy with........32 ml, 100ml and 180 ml. How much does your dog weigh ?
My Rotti (125lbs) has a torn lig. in his back leg. Someone gave me a bottle of Medicam. With our storm weather I can't tell you how much better he is with this med. I cannot get him to a vet because he cannot get in my van. He cannot use his back legs for balance to jump in the car. How can I get this medicine without taking him to a vet.
Hi, and thank you for your question. Unfortunately, as a licensed pharmacy, we can only dispense Metacam with direct approval from a vet, or an original hand written prescription mailed in to us. You may want to see if there's a low cost clinic or SPCA in your area that can help you offset the cost.
My dog, a 13-year-old shepard mix (68 lb) has elevated liver enzymes (+ 3000 ALP), but is in good health. The level decreased already from 4200 within 3 weeks because we give him high amounts of milk thistle and Denamarin. My question is: can I give him Metacam every other day? Right now my vet is ok with a daily dosage (1.2 ml/3 mg suspension). Thx for letting me know.
This is something you need to discuss with your veterinarian, most vets will advise you to give the lowest effective dose to keep your pet comfortable.
The Vet prescribed 1.5 mg/mL Oral Suspension Metacam for out dog. The dosage instruction is to give 2.5 mLs the first treatment and 1.2 mLs daily thereafter. However, the syringe does not show mL increments, it shows the weight of the dog in pounds. How do I measure out mL based on this type of syringe?
The conversion is that 1 ml of metacam 1.5mg/ml equals 30 lbs as marked on the syringe. Therefore if your pet requires 2.5ml the first day....Draw up the syringe to the 75 lb mark. Thereafter......the 1.2 ml....would be the equivalent of the 36 lb mark on the syringe.
This information sheet is for educational purposes only and is intended to be a supplement to, and not a substitute for, the expertise and professional judgment of your veterinarian. The information is NOT to be used for diagnosis or treatment of your pet. You should always consult your own veterinarian for specific advice concerning the treatment of your pet. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, allergic reactions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for your pet. It is not a substitute for a veterinary exam, and it does not replace the need for services provided by your veterinarian. Note: Any trademarks are the property of their respective companies.
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