{"product_id":"meloxivet-meloxicam-solution-for-injection-for-dogs-cats","title":"Meloxivet (meloxicam) Solution for Injection for Dogs \u0026 Cats","description":"\u003cp align=\"center\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" data-files=\"rx-map.jpg\" data-original=\"https:\/\/shopify-images-bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/rx-map.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/rx-map.webp\" class=\"img-responsive\" alt=\"RX MAP\" width=\"700\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eVeterinary-Grade Injectable NSAID for Pain and Inflammation Relief in Dogs and Cats\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeloxivet (meloxicam) 5 mg\/mL Solution for Injection is a sterile, FDA-approved veterinary NSAID of the oxicam class, manufactured by Dechra Veterinary Products for pain and inflammation control in dogs and cats. In dogs it \u003ca aria-label=\"Dog \u0026amp; cat arthritis medicine | joint pain relief \u0026amp; inflammation – hardypaw\" title=\"Dog \u0026amp; cat arthritis medicine | joint pain relief \u0026amp; inflammation – hardypaw\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"\/en-ca\/collections\/arthritis-pain-inflammation\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emanages osteoarthritis pain,\u003c\/a\u003e while in cats it controls postoperative pain from orthopedic surgery, ovariohysterectomy, and castration when given before surgery. Available in 10 mL and 20 mL multi-dose vials for IV or SQ use in dogs and SQ use only in cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Species NSAID Pain Relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clears pain and inflammation in dogs with osteoarthritis and cats with postoperative pain, covering two species in one product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast-Acting Injectable Formulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goes in by injection for quick pain relief, skipping oral dosing when the clinic needs an immediate analgesic response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Administration Routes in Dogs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Given IV or SQ in dogs, letting the veterinary team pick the most practical route for each patient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBridges to Oral Therapy in Dogs:\u003c\/strong\u003e After the first injectable dose, dogs transition to daily oral meloxicam suspension 24 hours later for continued pain control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Preoperative Dose in Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e One SQ dose before surgery covers postoperative pain in cats without requiring any follow-up analgesic injections afterward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEconomical Multi-Dose Vials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes in 10 mL and 20 mL vials, with the larger size offering better value for busy, high-volume clinical practices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Clinically Significant Effect on Bleeding Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dog studies found no meaningful difference in bleeding time versus placebo, which supports its use in a surgical setting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufactured by Dechra Veterinary Products:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produced by Dechra, a globally recognized veterinary pharmaceutical company, to high quality and sterility standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eActive Ingredient\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eActive Ingredient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeloxicam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0 mg per mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eInactive Ingredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcohol (15%), Glycofurol (10%), Poloxamer 188 (5%), Sodium Chloride (0.6%), Glycine (0.5%), Meglumine 0.3%, Water for Injection; pH adjusted with Hydrochloride Acid and Sodium Hydroxide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription and Veterinary Use Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Federal law limits Meloxivet to licensed veterinarian use only; no purchase or administration is permitted without a valid prescription.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Treatment Baseline Testing:\u003c\/strong\u003e A full history, physical exam, and baseline blood work are required for all dogs and cats before the first dose is given.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse the Lowest Effective Dose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give the smallest dose that achieves the needed clinical result for the shortest time the patient requires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccurate Dosing in Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 1 mL graduated syringe is recommended for cats to make sure every dose is drawn up with full accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo Not Administer IV in Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cats must only receive Meloxivet by the SQ route; IV and IM administration are not supported and have not been safety-tested.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse Within 6 Months of First Puncture:\u003c\/strong\u003e From the day the vial is first opened, all remaining contents must be used within 6 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegular Monitoring During Treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Watch all patients throughout therapy for toxicity signs and stop treatment right away if anything concerning shows up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDosing for Dogs\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInitial (Day 1)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIV or SQ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.09 mg\/lb (0.2 mg\/kg) body weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle injection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance (Day 2 onwards)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOral suspension\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.045 mg\/lb (0.1 mg\/kg) body weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaily, mixed with food or placed directly in mouth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDosing for Cats\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStep\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTiming\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle Preoperative Dose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSQ only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.14 mg\/lb (0.3 mg\/kg) body weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdministered prior to surgery (e.g., at induction of anesthesia)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any medication for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCats — CRITICAL WARNING: Single Dose Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repeated meloxicam in cats has caused acute renal failure and death; a second dose must never be given in any form.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContraindicated in Cats with Pre-Existing Renal Dysfunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cats with renal dysfunction must not receive Meloxivet; no safe repeat NSAID dose has been established for cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContraindicated with Concurrent NSAIDs or Corticosteroids:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairing Meloxivet with another NSAID, corticosteroid, or nephrotoxic drug raises the risk of serious harm in dogs and cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContraindicated in Animals with Known Meloxicam Hypersensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Any dog or cat with a known hypersensitivity to meloxicam must not receive Meloxivet Injection under any circumstances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot Recommended in Animals with Bleeding Disorders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Safety has not been established in dogs or cats with bleeding disorders; avoid use in these patients entirely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot Evaluated in Young, Breeding, Pregnant, or Lactating Animals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs under 6 months, cats under 4 months, and breeding, pregnant, or lactating animals have not been safety-tested with this product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWashout Period When Switching NSAIDs or Corticosteroids:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give an adequate washout gap when moving from corticosteroids or a different NSAID in dogs to avoid stacking anti-inflammatory toxicity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for Use in Humans:\u003c\/strong\u003e For veterinary use only; keep away from children and seek medical advice right away if any human accidentally ingests this product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVomiting and Diarrhea\/Soft Stool:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vomiting and loose stool were the top reactions in field studies; halt therapy and call your vet if either sign shows up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGastrointestinal Toxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e COX-inhibitory NSAIDs like this one can trigger GI ulceration or perforation; signs to watch for include dark stools, vomiting, and poor appetite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRenal Toxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prostaglandin inhibition by NSAIDs can impair kidney function, especially in cats; watch for shifts in urination patterns, increased thirst, and lethargy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHepatic Toxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some patients may develop liver-related side effects; jaundice, lethargy, vomiting, and abnormal liver enzyme readings are the key signs to track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-Approval Adverse Events in Dogs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Post-market reports in dogs cover vomiting, diarrhea, GI ulceration, azotemia, elevated creatinine, renal failure, and death in some cases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAcute Renal Failure and Death in Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repeated dosing in cats has caused acute renal failure and death; get emergency veterinary help right away if any adverse signs appear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverdose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact the nearest emergency animal clinic right away if an overdose is suspected at any point during treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore at Controlled Room Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep at 20–25°C (68–77°F); brief excursions between 15–30°C (59–86°F) are permitted per USP Controlled Room Temperature guidelines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse Within 6 Months of First Puncture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once opened and first punctured, the vial contents must be fully used within 6 months of that date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Out of Reach of Children:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lock all vials away from children; get medical advice straight away if any person accidentally comes into contact with this product.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003ca aria-label=\"Shipping policy\" title=\"Shipping policy\" href=\"\/en-ca\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003ca aria-label=\"Refund policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" href=\"\/en-ca\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: What is Meloxivet (meloxicam) Solution for Injection used for in dogs and cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e In dogs, Meloxivet controls pain and inflammation tied to osteoarthritis. In cats, it is FDA-approved for postoperative pain and inflammation following orthopedic surgery, ovariohysterectomy, and castration, given as a single subcutaneous dose before the procedure gets underway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: Why can Meloxivet only be given as a single dose in cats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giving meloxicam more than once to cats has been directly tied to acute renal failure and death. No safe repeat dose has ever been established for cats, so a single preoperative SQ injection is the only approved use and nothing more should follow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: What is the difference between the 10 mL and 20 mL vials of Meloxivet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both vials contain the same 5 mg\/mL meloxicam formulation with identical composition and clinical indications. The 10 mL vial suits lower-volume settings while the 20 mL vial works better for busier practices. Both must be fully used within 6 months of first puncture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: What is the recommended starting dose of Meloxivet for dogs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs receive an initial single IV or SQ injection of 0.09 mg\/lb (0.2 mg\/kg) body weight on day one. From day two onwards, a daily oral suspension dose of 0.045 mg\/lb (0.1 mg\/kg) takes over, mixed with food or placed directly into the mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Can Meloxivet be used alongside other NSAIDs or corticosteroids?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e No, pairing Meloxivet with another NSAID, corticosteroid, or nephrotoxic drug is off-limits in both dogs and cats. The combination sharply raises the risk of GI ulceration, kidney damage, and other serious complications. 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