Meloxicam Apex Dog Oral 1.5mg/ml (50ml Bottle) Prescription Required
PetPA
PO BOX 11216
Palm Beach 3151
Papamoa Prescription On File ? To be used when we already have your original prescription or has been emailed to us from your vet and you would like a repeat. Prescription sent to email pharmacy@yourpetpa.co.nz ? Select if you have personally emailed us a digital copy of your prescription. You will still need to post a hard copy to:
PetPA
PO BOX 11216
Palm Beach 3151
Papamoa Prescription emailed directly from Vet Practice ? If your vet practice has emailed your prescription to pharmacy@yourpetpa.co.nz, there's no need to send us a hard copy.
Active Ingredients: Each ml contains 1.5mg meloxicam
Manufacturer: Dechra Veterinary Products
Prescription Medicine:
This is a prescription medicine, it is only available only under an approved veterinary authorisation. Please ensure that you have read the "Order Prescription Medication" page before ordering this item.
All prescription medicines on the Your Pet PA website are purchased through veterinary wholesalers the same as those used by your Vet. All our products are ACVM or NZULM listed and identical to those used by your Veterinary Surgeon. Please call or email us if you have any queries about any of the products on our site.
* Prescription Animal Remedy (PAR) Class 1. For use under the authority or prescription of a veterinarian. Registered pursuant to the ACVM Act 1997.
ACVM # A009682
Commonly asked questions about Meloxicam Apex Dog:
What is Meloxicam Apex Dog?
Meloxicam Apex Dog is a prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that reduces the pain and inflammation of osteoarthritis and other musculoskeletal disorders.
Why do pets use Meloxicam?
If your dog or cat has been diagnosed with osteoarthritis or suffers from joint pain, your veterinarian may prescribe an NSAID such as Meloxicam to reduce the associated pain and inflammation.
What else should I know about Meloxicam?
Reduces joint pain and inflammation. Comes with a dosing syringe. Liquid for easy dosing. Can be mixed with food or given into the mouth. Your veterinarian may ask for routine blood tests to check for liver and kidney side effects. These follow-ups are very important.
What problems could my dog or cat have with Meloxicam?
Serious, but rare, side effects of Meloxicam include ulcers and liver or kidney problems. These are more likely in cats. Contact your veterinarian immediately if you notice symptoms such as eating less than normal, vomiting, changes in bowel movements, changes in behaviour or activity, weakness, seizures, aggression, jaundice, changes in drinking, or changes in urination. Store Meloxicam out of reach of children and other pets.
How do you use Meloxicam?
Meloxicam should be given with food. Follow your veterinarian's directions. The liquid suspension can be mixed with food or given into the mouth. Shake the bottle well before every use.
What is in Meloxicam?
The active ingredient is Meloxicam. Meloxicam is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
Prescription Medications
PetPA facilitates the supply of restricted veterinary medicines (veterinary prescriptions) and is approved to do so by the Ministry of Primary Industries. When purchasing prescription medication through Your PetPA you know that:
- All prescription medication supplied is sourced from New Zealand veterinary wholesalers.
- All prescription medication available is registered with the New Zealand Government under the ACVM Act 1997 (Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines).
All prescription medication listed on the PetPA website is available for supply on acceptance of your order by our team and on receipt of the original prescription.