Firocoxib Tablets for Horses is used to control the pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis (OA) for up to 24 hours. Firocoxib is the generic of Equioxx, the first and only cyclooxygenase-inhibiting (COXIB) class non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) for horses.
Who is Firocoxib (57 mg) Tablets for Horses, 60 ct for?
Horses
Why use Firocoxib (57 mg) Tablets for Horses, 60 ct?
Controls pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in horses. Easy to administer tablets.
PRN Pharmacal
Firocoxib 57 mg
How is Firocoxib (57 mg) Tablets for Horses, 60 ct sold?
60 ct tablet bottle
What are the side effects of Firocoxib (57 mg) Tablets for Horses, 60 ct?
As with any prescription medication, prior to use, a veterinarian should perform a physical examination and review the horse’s medical history. A veterinarian should advise horse owners to observe for signs of potential drug toxicity. As a class, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may be associated with gastrointestinal, hepatic and renal toxicity.
What special precautions are there?
Keep away from children and animals. Use with other NSAIDs, corticosteroids or nephrotic medication should be avoided. Horses with a hypersensitivity to firocoxib should not receive this product. Firocoxib Tablets for Horses has not been tested in horses less than 1 year of age or in breeding horses, or pregnant or lactating mares.
Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital.
How can I store Firocoxib (57 mg) Tablets for Horses, 60 ct?
Store at controlled room temperature 20-25*C (68-77* F), excursions permitted between 15-40*C (59-104*F).
Use as directed by your veterinarian. Firocoxib Tablets are administered once daily for up to 14 days for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in horses.