Health Vidya

Always provide “Information for Dog Owners” Sheet with prescription. Carefully consider the potential benefits and risk of Deracoxib Chewable Tablets and other treatment options before deciding to use Deracoxib Chewable Tablets. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent with individual response. Osteoarthritis Pain and Inflammation: Deracoxib Chewable Tablets are indicated for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in dogs. Dosage and Administration: Osteoarthritis Pain and Inflammation: 0.45 – 0.91 mg/lb/day (1 to 2 mg/kg/ day) as a single daily dose, as needed. Dogs needing a dose of less than 12.5 mg can only be accurately dosed through use of the 12 mg tablet, which can be broken in half to provide 6 mg. Do not attempt to accurately dose smaller dogs through the use of breaking larger tablets. Inaccurate dosing may result in adverse drug events (see Adverse Reactions, Animal Safety, and Post-Approval Experience). Postoperative Orthopedic Pain and Inflammation: Deracoxib Chewable Tablets are indicated for the control of postoperative pain and inflammation associated with orthopedic surgery in dogs.