Meloxidyl Product Information
What conditions does Meloxidyl treat?
Dogs
Alleviation of inflammation and pain in both acute and chronic musculo-skeletal disorders. Reduction of post-operative pain and inflammation following orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery.
Cats
Reduction of post-operative pain after ovariohysterectomy and minor soft tissue surgery.
How does Meloxidyl work?
It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug which acts to reduce pain and inflammation and can reduce fever.
How should I administer Meloxidyl to my pet?
It is given orally as a liquid, so by mouth, with or after food.
What is the correct dosage of Meloxidyl for my animal's weight and species?
The correct dose for your animal is as prescribed by your vet. Your vet will follow the data sheet for the medication prescribed and for some medications will adjust this taking into consideration your animal's medical history.
How long should I continue with Meloxidyl for?
You should continue for the length of time your vet prescribed the medication for. Please read the label your vet has attached to the medication. If you suspect that your pet may be having an adverse reaction to a medication, please contact your vet for advice on continuing the medication.
What should I do if I miss a dose of Meloxidyl?
If you miss a dose of medication, please contact your vet for advice on when to give the next dose.
Where can I buy Meloxidyl?
You can purchase Meloxidyl cheaper than your Vet Practice from www.vets4u.uk. To contact vets4u.uk, call us on +44 116 218 4244 between 09:30am and 4:30pm Monday to Friday, chat to us directly or email us at mail@vets4u.uk
Does Meloxidyl need a prescription?
Yes, as it classified as a POM-V.
 
How can I buy Meloxidyl from Vets4u?
You can buy Meloxidyl via our website via a valid prescription by adding to the basket on our website www.vets4u.uk.
Manufacturer’s Link to Meloxidyl
NOAH Compendium Datasheet Link to Meloxidyl
Can Meloxidyl be given to cats and dogs?
There is a cat and a dog product available.
Can Meloxidyl be used for long term use?
It can if your vet prescribes it.
Can Meloxidyl cause constipation and/or diarrhoea?
It can occasionally have a side effect of diarrhoea. Constipation is not a side effect listed in the data sheet.
Are there any side effects of Meloxidyl?
Typical adverse reactions of NSAIDs such as loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhoea, faecal occult blood, apathy and renal failure have occasionally been reported. In dogs, these side effects occur generally within the first treatment week and are in most cases transient and disappear following termination of the treatment but in very rare cases may be serious or fatal.
In very rare cases anaphylactoid reactions may occur and should be treated symptomatically.
How long does Meloxidyl take to work?
It will start to have some effect after 2.5 hours.
Is Meloxidyl comparable with Loxicom?
It contains the same drug.
Compiled by our RCVS Registered Veterinary Surgeon.