VeterinaryNsaids & Pain Relief

Mel-Vet® 2%

Injection
20 mg/ml
GENERIC NAMEMeloxicam
MANUFACTURED BYThe ACME Laboratories Ltd
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৳ 95.30/ 10 ml
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Composition

Mel Vet Injection: Each ml contains Meloxicam BP 5 mg.
Mel Vet 2% Injection: Each ml contains Meloxicam BP 20 mg.
Mel Vet Bolus: Each bolus contains Meloxicam BP 100 mg.

Description

Mel-Vet 2% contains meloxicam, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the oxicam class. It acts by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis, thereby exerting anti-inflammatory, anti-exudative, analgesic, and antipyretic properties. Meloxicam also possesses anti-endotoxic properties.

Indications

Cattle:

Mel-Vet 2% is indicated for the treatment of inflammation, pain, fever, lameness, dehorning, and castration.
The formulation also provides supportive therapy in acute respiratory infection, diarrhea, and acute mastitis.

Dog:

Mel-Vet 2% is indicated for osteoarthritis.

Pig:

Mel-Vet 2% is indicated for inflammation and locomotor disorders.

Dosage & Administration

Route of Administration: SC, IV, IM injection, or oral bolus.

Mel-Vet Injection (SC/IV/IM):

Cattle: 1 ml/10 kg body weight (0.5 mg/kg) SC/IV/IM as a single dose.
Dog: 1 ml/25 kg body weight (0.2 mg/kg) SC as a single dose.
Pig: 1 ml/10 kg body weight (0.5 mg/kg) SC single dose, followed by 0.1 mg/kg orally daily for 2 weeks.

Mel-Vet 2% Injection (SC/IV/IM):

Cattle: 1 ml/40 kg body weight (0.5 mg/kg) SC/IV/IM as a single dose.
Dog: 0.2 ml/20 kg body weight (0.2 mg/kg) SC as a single dose.
Pig: 1 ml/40 kg body weight (0.5 mg/kg) SC single dose, followed by 0.1 mg/kg orally daily for 2 weeks.

Mel-Vet Bolus (Oral):

Cattle: 1 bolus/100 kg body weight (1 mg/kg) as a single dose.
Dog: 0.2 mg/kg body weight single dose on day 1, then 0.1 mg/kg daily from day 2.

Or as directed by the registered Veterinary Physician.

Interaction

With medicine: May cause increased likelihood of bleeding if use in conjunction with. Corticosteroids, Heparin, Warfarin, Aspirin, Flunixin & Phenylbutazone. No interaction known with feed or food.

Contraindications

Animals less than six weeks old. Animals hypersensitive to meloxicam. Contraindicated in animals with impaired renal, hepatic, or cardiac function.

Side Effects

Common side effects: A slight transient swelling at the injection site following SC injection may be seen. Rare side effects: Prolonged use may cause gastrointestinal lesions, inappetence, vomiting, and diarrhoea.

Pregnancy & Lactation

May be used in pregnant and lactating animals. However, risk and necessity should be considered during administration of medicine in pregnant and lactating animals.

Precautions & Warnings

Do not administer concurrently with steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C in a dry place. Protect from direct sunlight. Keep all medicines out of reach of children.

Withdrawal Period

Cattle — Meat: 15 days; Milk: 5 days. Pig — Meat: 5 days.

Mel-Vet® 2% • 10 ml
৳ 95.30