Meloxicam is widely used in veterinary medicine, most commonly in dogs, cats and horses. Meloxicam powder by NexGen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drug used in horses to relieve colic and musculoskeletal pain in horses and cattle. Meloxicam works through the inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis, exerting anti-inflammatory, antiendotoxic, anti-exudative, analgesic and antipyretic properties. It also has preferential COX-2 inhibitory properties.
FOR RX ONLY: A valid prescription from a licensed veterinarian is required for dispensing this medication.
Normal physical stress, strain or injuries can take a toll on horses, even those without obvious conformation defects.1 Lameness has been defined as any alteration of a horse's gait. Lameness can...
Lameness is a general term used to describe abnormalities in a horse’s gait, usually in response to pain in a limb or some mechanical restriction on movement.1 The onset most commonly results...
Navicular disease (also known as navicular syndrome) in horses is the result of inflammation or degeneration of the navicular bone and its surrounding tissues, which usually occurs in the front feet...
Horses are generally thought of as being extremely hardy and robust animals. Despite their size and strength however, horses’ legs can be subject to a variety of problems. It is not uncommon for a...
Any abnormality in a horse's gait or stance is generally referred to as lameness. This can be caused by pain, a mechanical problem, or a neurological condition.1 Lameness most commonly results from...
