INDICATIONS

• Osteoarthritis (OA): It is commonly prescribed for the long-term management of chronic pain and inflammation caused by degenerative joint disease. Signs of OA can include limping, stiffness, decreased activity, or reluctance to jump or climb stairs.
• Postoperative Pain Control: It is used to manage pain and inflammation following surgical procedures, such as:
  • Soft tissue surgeries (e.g., spays, neuters, tumor removals, dental extractions).
  • Orthopedic surgeries (e.g., cruciate ligament repairs). 

• Administration: The tablets are given orally and can be administered with or without food. Giving it with food may help reduce the chance of stomach upset. Many dogs will readily take the flavored chewable tablets as a treat.
• Dosage: The veterinarian determines the correct dosage based on the dog’s body weight and condition. The total daily dose can be given once a day (2 mg per pound) or divided into two smaller doses (1 mg per pound) given every 12 hours.
• Duration: It can be used for either short-term pain management (e.g., after soft tissue or orthopedic surgery for a few days) or long-term management of chronic conditions like osteoarthritis.
• Monitoring: For dogs on long-term therapy, veterinarians typically recommend regular check-ups and screening blood tests to monitor liver and kidney function and to ensure the medication is working effectively.