{"product_id":"vetone-osticoxib-firocoxib-chewable-tablets-dogs-57mg","title":"OstiCoxib (firocoxib) Chewable Tablets for Dogs, 57mg","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/rx-map.webp\" alt=\"Rx Map\" border=\"0\" data-original=\"https:\/\/shopify-images-bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/rx-map.jpg\" data-files=\"rx-map.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOstiCoxib 57mg Chewable Tablets for Dog Pain Relief\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOstiCoxib 57mg chewable tablets are a veterinary prescription NSAID formulated for dogs to help manage pain and inflammation. The active ingredient firocoxib targets COX-2 enzymes involved in inflammatory responses. It is commonly prescribed for osteoarthritis and for controlling pain and inflammation after \u003ca href=\"\/products\/firox-firocoxib-chewable-tablets-for-dogs-57mg?variant=44350647500961\" title=\"Firox (firocoxib) chewable tablets for dogs 57mg\" aria-label=\"Firox (firocoxib) chewable tablets for dogs 57mg\"\u003esoft tissue or orthopedic surgery\u003c\/a\u003e. The chewable liver-flavored tablets support easier dosing and once daily administration for convenient treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePain relief support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Helps control pain associated with osteoarthritis and surgical recovery to improve comfort and daily mobility in dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-inflammatory action:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contains firocoxib, a COX-2 selective NSAID that reduces inflammation linked with joint disease and surgical procedures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-surgery recovery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supports management of pain and inflammation post soft tissue and orthopedic procedures in dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalatable chewable tablets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Liver-flavored \u003ca href=\"\/products\/previcox-chewable-tablets-57mg?variant=41163004018849\" title=\"Previcox pain relief chewable tablets for dogs | 57mg\" aria-label=\"Previcox pain relief chewable tablets for dogs | 57mg\"\u003echewable tablets\u003c\/a\u003e encourage voluntary acceptance and simplify administration for many dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConvenient daily dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for once daily oral administration, allowing consistent pain control with a simple dosing schedule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOstiCoxib chewable tablets are available in the following strengths:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e57 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e227 mg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirocoxib 57 mg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended-Dosage Chart\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 43.331%;\" height=\"111\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.7816%;\" width=\"241\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDog Body Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.7742%;\" width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Dose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.7816%;\" width=\"241\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on veterinarian guidance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 54.7742%;\" width=\"295\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2.27 mg per lb (5 mg per kg) once daily\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage \u0026amp; Administration Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeterinary prescription required:\u003c\/strong\u003e OstiCoxib is a prescription medication and should only be used under the direction of a licensed veterinarian.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight-based dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e The recommended dosage for dogs is 2.27 mg per pound or 5 mg per kilogram once daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOsteoarthritis treatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Administer once daily as needed to control pain and inflammation associated with canine osteoarthritis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-surgical dosing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs may receive the medication about two hours before surgery and continue once daily afterward if prescribed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible administration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chewable tablets can be given with food or without food based on the veterinarian's instructions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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 supplement for your pet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum weight limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs weighing less than 12.5 pounds cannot be accurately dosed due to tablet size and scoring limitations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNSAID interactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid using this medication together with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids due to increased risk of adverse reactions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHealth evaluation required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs should undergo physical examination and laboratory testing before starting NSAID therapy and during treatment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePre-existing conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use caution in dogs with dehydration or kidney, liver, or cardiovascular disease.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYoung dog warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Doses higher than recommended in puppies under seven months may cause serious reactions, including death.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive upset:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs may experience vomiting, diarrhea, decreased appetite, or dark tarry stools related to gastrointestinal irritation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBehavior changes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some dogs may show lethargy, hyperactivity, confusion, or weakness during NSAID therapy. Kidney-related\u003cstrong\u003ed signs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Increased thirst, increased urination, or changes in kidney values may occur in sensitive dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiver-related signs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellowing of gums, skin, or eyes, and abnormal liver enzyme values may indicate hepatic complications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRare severe reactions:\u003c\/strong\u003e In rare situations, serious reactions, including gastrointestinal ulceration, perforation, or death, have been reported.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store tablets under 86°F or 30°C temperature with brief excursions permitted up to 104°F or 40°C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHalf tablet use:\u003c\/strong\u003e If a tablet is split, the remaining half should be used within 90 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChild safety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the medication away from children and pets to avoid accidental ingestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, priority, and international delivery; see our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy\" aria-label=\"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 href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What is OstiCoxib 57mg used for in dogs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e OstiCoxib 57mg chewable tablets are prescribed to help control pain and inflammation in dogs. Veterinarians \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/arthritis-pain-inflammation\" title=\"Dog \u0026amp; cat arthritis medicine | joint pain relief \u0026amp; inflammation – hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Dog \u0026amp; cat arthritis medicine | joint pain relief \u0026amp; inflammation – hardypaw\"\u003ecommonly use them for osteoarthritis management\u003c\/a\u003e and to reduce postoperative pain and inflammation following soft tissue or orthopedic surgery. The medication contains firocoxib, a COX-2 selective NSAID formulated specifically for canine use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: How often should OstiCoxib be given to dogs?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e The recommended dosage of OstiCoxib for dogs is 2.27 mg per pound or 5 mg per kilogram of body weight once daily. Veterinarians determine the duration depending on the condition being treated, such as ongoing osteoarthritis management or short-term postoperative pain control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Can OstiCoxib 57mg be given with food?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e OstiCoxib chewable tablets can be administered with or without food. Giving the medication with food may delay absorption slightly, but does not affect the overall bioavailability at the recommended dose. Pet owners should follow the dosing instructions provided by their veterinarian for the best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Are there dogs that should not take OstiCoxib?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dogs with known hypersensitivity to firocoxib should not receive OstiCoxib. It should also not be used in dogs weighing under 12.5 pounds due to dosing limitations. Dogs with existing kidney, liver, or gastrointestinal issues require careful veterinary evaluation before treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: What should I do if my dog experiences side effects from OstiCoxib?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e If your dog shows signs like vomiting, diarrhea, changes in appetite, changes in behavior, or yellowing of the gums or eyes, stop the medication and contact your veterinarian right away. 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