Composition
Presentation
Carprofen is a NSAID or Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It works by inhibiting an enzyme called cyclooxygenase (COX). This results in lower production of a substance called prostaglandins. By reducing prostaglandin levels, carprofen helps to control pain. Carprofen is a preferential COX 2 inhibitor, with higher ratio of COX 2 to COX 1 inhibition. This is associated with good pain control (analgesic property) with minimal risk of side effects associated with COX 1 inhibition (minimal risk of bleeding).
CARODYL Is indicated for the relief of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis and for the control of post-operative pain associated with soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries in dogs.
Available as: 25mg/75mg/100mg strips & 100mg economy pack bottle.
Recommended dose:
4mg/kg bw once daily
2mg/kg bw twice daily
Composition
Presentation
Meloxicam is a NSAID or Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that can be used in dogs 6 months or older. It works in the same way as Carprofen (inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX) resulting in lower production of prostaglandins, and as a result provides pain control. However, the ratio of COX 2 inhibition to COX 1 inhibition is lower than that of Carprofen.
METAFLAM is indicated for the relief of pain and inflammation associated with both acute and chronic musculo-skeletal disorders.
Available as: 1mg/2.5mg strips & 1.5mg/ml Suspension
Recommended dose:
Tablets
Initial dose 0.2mg/kg bw
Maintenance dose 0.1mg/kg bw
Suspension
Initial dose 4 drops/kg bw
Maintenance dose 2 drops/kg bw
