MELOXIN-I
MELOXICAM INJECTION B.P. (VET.) 5 MG/ML
MELOXIN-I provides potent anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic action. It is commonly used in conditions such as mastitis, lameness, musculoskeletal disorders, and post-operative pain.
Category
Veterinary Medicines, Liquid Injections
Pack Size
30 ml, 100 ml, 250 ml
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Contact supportCOMPOSITION
Each ml contains :
Meloxicam
B.P. 5 mg
Benzyl alcohol (as preservative)
B.P. 2% v/v
Water for Injection
B.P. q.s.
INDICATION
Dogs : MELOXIN-I Injection is indicated in Dogs for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis.
Cats : For the control of postoperative pain and inflammation associated with orthopedic surgery, ovariohysterectomy and castration when administered prior to surgery.
Cattle : For use in acute respiratory infection with appropriate antibiotic therapy to reduce clinical signs in Cattle. For use in diarrhoea in combination with oral re-hydration therapy to reduce clinical signs in Calves of over one week of age and young, non-lactating Cattle.
For adjunctive therapy in the treatment of acute mastitis, in combination with antibiotic therapy.
Horses and Swine : For use in the alleviation of inflammation and relief of pain in both acute and chronic musculo-skeletal disorders.
For the relief of pain associated with equine colic.
MECHANISM OF ACTION
The mechanism of action of Meloxicam Injection, like that of other NSAIDs, may be related to prostaglandin synthetase (cyclo-oxygenase) inhibition which is involved in the initial steps of the arachidonic acid cascade, resulting in the reduced formation of prostaglandins, thromboxanes and prostacyclin. It is not completely understood how reduced synthesis of these compounds results in therapeutic efficacy.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risk of MELOXIN-I and other treatment options before deciding to use MELOXIN-I. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent with individual response.
| SPECIES | DOSE |
|---|---|
| Dogs | MELOXIN-I Injection should be administered initially as a single dose at 0.09 mg/lb (0.2 mg/kg i.e. 0.04 ml/kg body weight) Intravenously (IV) or Subcutaneously (SC), followed after 24 hours. |
| Cats | Administer a single, one-time Subcutaneous dose of MELOXIN-I Injection to Cats at a dose of 0.14 mg/lb (0.3 mg/kg i.e. 0.06 ml/kg body weight). Use of additional Meloxicam Injection or other NSAIDs is contraindicated. To ensure accuracy of dosing, the use of a 1 ml graduated syringe is recommended. |
| Cattle | Single Subcutaneous or Intravenous Injection at a dosage of 0.5 mg Meloxicam/kg body weight (i.e.10 ml/100 kg body weight) in combination with antibiotic therapy or with oral re-hydration therapy, as appropriate. The recommended maximum volume to be administered at a single Injection site is 10 ml. |
| Horses and Swine | Single Intravenous Injection as a dosage of 0.6 mg Meloxicam/kg body weight (i.e.12 ml/100 kg body weight). For use in the alleviation of inflammation and the relief of pain in both acute and chronic musculo-skeletal disorders. |
WITHDRAWAL PERIOD
| TYPE/SPECIES | PERIOD |
|---|---|
| Cattle | Meat and offals : 15 days, Milk : 5 days |
| Horses and Swine | Meat and offals : 5 days |