Deracoxib Chewable Tablets are indicated for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in dogs, as well as control of postoperative pain and inflammation associated with orthopedic/dental surgery in dogs. Palatable beef flavor. Chewable for best compliance and each chewable tablet is scored for easy/accurate dosing.
Who is Felix Deracoxib Chewable Tablets for Dogs for?
Dogs
Why use Felix Deracoxib Chewable Tablets for Dogs?
Helps control pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in dogs, as well as control of postoperative pain and inflammation associated with orthopedic/dental surgery. Easy to administer chewable tablets.
How does Felix Deracoxib Chewable Tablets for Dogs work?
Deracoxib Chewable Tablets are a member of the coxib class of non-narcotic, nonsteroidal, cyclooxygenase-inhibiting antiinflammatory drugs for the control of postoperative pain and inflammation associated with orthopedic and dental surgery and for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in dogs.
Felix Pharmaceuticals
Deracoxib
How is Felix Deracoxib Chewable Tablets for Dogs sold?
Sold in strenghts of 12 mg, 25 mg, 75 mg or 100 mg in 30 ct or 90 ct chewable tablet bottles.
What are the side effects of Felix Deracoxib Chewable Tablets for Dogs?
The most common side effects associated with Deracoxib Chewable Tablets therapy involve the digestive tract (vomiting, decreased appetite and diarrhea). Liver and kidney problems have also been reported.
What special precautions are there?
Not for use in humans. Keep this and all medications out of reach of children. Consult a physician in case of accidental ingestion by humans. For use in dogs only. Do not use in cats. As a class, NSAIDs may be associated with gastrointestinal, renal and hepatic toxicity.
Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital.
How can I store Felix Deracoxib Chewable Tablets for Dogs?
Deracoxib Chewable Tablets should be Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F), excursions permitted between 15° and 30°C (between 59° and 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].
Use as directed by your Veterinarian.
Always provide client information sheet with prescription.
Postoperative Dental Pain and Inflammation: 0.45 – 0.91 mg/lb/day (1 to 2 mg/kg/day) as a single daily dose, for 3 days. The first dose should be given approximately 1 hour prior to dental surgery and subsequent doses should be given daily for up to two additional treatments. Postoperative Orthopedic Pain and Inflammation: 1.4 – 1.8 mg/lb/day (3 to 4 mg/kg/day) as a single daily dose, as needed, not to exceed 7 days of administration.Osteoarthritis Pain and Inflammation: 0.45 – 0.91 mg/lb/day (1 to 2 mg/kg/ day) as a single daily dose, as needed.
