Mellis Vet 0.5 mg is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) based on meloxicam, indicated for dogs, used to relieve pain and inflammation in various clinical conditions. Indications Control of acute pain and inflammation, such as in post-operative processes (e.g. ovariosalpingohysterectomy) Treatment of musculoskeletal inflammation and other inflammatory conditions in dogs Composition Each tablet contains 0.5 mg of meloxicam Excipients qsp 70 mg Recommended dosage for dogs Initial dose: 0.2 mg/kg on the first day Maintenance dose: 0.1 mg/kg every 24 hours, for up to 13 days Practical dosage examples: Dogs weighing 5 kg: 2 tablets of 0.5 mg on the first day, then 1 tablet per day Dogs weighing 10 kg: 1 tablet of 2 mg on the first day, then half a daily dose (half a 2 mg tablet) The dose should be adjusted according to the animal's weight, following veterinary guidance Administration Exclusively oral use Can be administered with food to minimize gastric discomfort Safety and precautions Veterinary use, under prescription and professional supervision Avoid concomitant use with other anti-inflammatories, anticoagulants, diuretics and nephrotoxic drugs due to the increased risk of adverse effects Not indicated for puppies under 12 months old, pregnant and lactating women without veterinary guidance Presentation Blister with 10 bisulcutated tablets to facilitate dose division In summary, Mellis Vet 0.5 mg is an effective and safe anti-inflammatory for dogs, with dosage adapted to the animal's weight, indicated for the control of pain and inflammation in various clinical conditions, especially in post-operative and inflammatory treatments.
