Uses

• Metacam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that is effective in reducing inflammation, pain and fever. This medication is most widely used in the treatments of osteoarthritis and postoperative pain.
  
  

Sise Effects

• Side effects that may be experienced while taking Metacam include but are not limited to stomach or intestinal ulcers, dark or tarry stool, intestinal bleeding, vomiting and loss of appetite.
  
  

Warnings

• Use of this medication should be avoided in animals that have a history of inflammation, bleeding or perforations in the stomach or intestine.
  
  

Interactions

• When used with corticosteroids like cortisone and prednisone, aspirin or phenylbutazone, the risks of ulcers increases. Risks of side effects increase when used in combination with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
  
  

Availability

• Meloxicam is available in tablet, injectable and liquid form. In the United States, Meloxican is available as Metacam in 0.5 mg/mL or 1.5 mg/mL liquid suspension for oral administration. Metacam tablets are available for humans in 7.5 mg to 15 mg strengths.