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Previcox
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Manufacturer of Previcox Pfizer
Previcox is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) belonging to the coxib class and is used to control pain and inflammation due to osteoarthritis in dogs. A once a day dose that provides therapeutic pain relief for 24 hours after treatment. Provides fast pain relief and outstanding improvement of lameness in a convenient, flavored tablet.
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Directions for Previcox
The usual dose of Previcox in dogs is 2.27mg/lb or 5mg/kg given by mouth once a day. Previcox may be given with or without food.
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Side effects of Previcox
This medication should not be used in animals allergic to it or other NSAIDs. Previcox should only be used in dogs 7 weeks of age or older and over 6 pounds bodyweight. The use of Previcox in pregnant, lactating or breeding dogs is not recommended as it's use has not been evaluated in this group. Previcox should not be given with other NSAIDs such as aspirin, carprofen, etodolac, deracoxib, meloxicam or tepoxalin. Previcox should not be given with corticosteroids such as prednisone, cortisone, dexamethasone or triamcinolone.
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Warning
Side effects of Previcox may include changes in appetite, gastro-intestinal changes such as vomiting
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Ingredients
Firocoxib
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The following information on Previcox is an educational aid only. It is not intended as medical advice for individual conditions or treatments.
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CanadaVet.com's information database is meant to as a resource for vet professionals, but it is not a substitute for the skills and expertise of a vet. The lack of a warning for Previcox should not be interpreted as an endorsement of the drug's safety. Not every drug or drug combination is safe or appropriate for every animals. You should always ask your vet's opinion if you are concerned about any drugs you are taking, including Previcox. The information on these pages can't cover all possible uses, directions, precautions drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects.
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