Meloxicam 1 mg is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) widely used in dogs for the relief of pain and inflammation, especially in acute and chronic musculoskeletal disorders. Indications Relief of pain and inflammation in acute and chronic musculoskeletal diseases in dogs Treatment of inflammatory and post-operative conditions Dosage and administration Initial dose: 0.2 mg/kg of body weight on the first day, administered orally Maintenance dose: 0.1 mg/kg once a day, maintained for up to 10 days or as per veterinary assessment Each chewable tablet contains 1 mg of meloxicam, a dose suitable for dogs weighing approximately 10 kg (can be divided to adjust according to weight) The tablets are palatable and can be administered with or without food Clinical response is usually observed in 3 to 4 days If there is no improvement after 10 days, treatment should be discontinued Precautions Veterinary use, under prescription and professional supervision Be careful with the dosage to avoid adverse effects Periodic monitoring in prolonged treatments Avoid concomitant use with other NSAIDs or nephrotoxic drugs Presentation form 1 mg chewable tablets, with the possibility of dividing for precise doses Also available in other dosages (e.g.: 2.5 mg) for dogs of different weights In summary, meloxicam 1 mg is an effective and safe NSAID for dogs, indicated for the control of pain and inflammation, with daily oral dosage adjusted to the animal's weight, providing rapid relief and improving quality of life.
