Composition
Mode of Action
Meloxicam is non - steroidal anti - inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the oxicam class which inhibits the synthesis of prostaglandin PGE2 by more selectively inhibiting the inducible cyclo - oxygenase (Cox 2) enzyme, thereby exerting anti - inflammatory, anti - exudative, analgesic and anti - pyretic effects. It has analgesic properties comparable to those , while its anti-inflammatory effects are weaker.
Indications
Pneumonia
Broncho - pneumonia
Pleuritis
Laminitis
Myositis
Sprain
Arthritis (rheumatoid origin also)
Mastitis
Prolapse of uterus
Otitis
Premature labor
Dosage
Cattle, Buffalo: 2 bolus / 400 kg. Of body weight once a day
(or) as directed by the Veterinarian.
Advantages
No effect on the blood pressure, heart rate and respiratory volume.
No influence on water, electrolyte or creatinine excretion.
No changes in hematological parameters.
No antagonistic properties against histamine, PGE2 and angiotensin.
Mildest gastric irritation.
Presentation Pack : 10 x 4 Bolus