Meloxicam for dogs

Sold as Metacam, generic. Published reference range, cited. Enter your dog's weight below.

Reference tool, not medical advice. Always confirm with your veterinarian.
Your dog's weight

Published dose range

Published guidance for dogs: VET-DIRECTED (prescription only).

Source: Merck Veterinary Manual →
Prescription NSAID for arthritis and post-surgical pain. Combining it with other NSAIDs, aspirin, or steroids causes GI bleeding, so the amount and schedule must come from your vet.

Skip it or ask a vet first if

kidney diseasedehydrationother NSAIDs or steroids

If you think you overdosed

Call the Pet Poison Helpline: 855-764-7661 or ASPCA Poison Control: 888-426-4435. Both are staffed 24/7 by veterinary toxicologists.

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