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For control of osteoarthritis and post-surgery pain in dogs.
Usage
The recommended dosage of Firox® (firocoxib) for oral administration in dogs is 2.27 mg/lb (5.0 mg/kg) body weight once daily as needed for osteoarthritis and for 3 days as needed for postoperative pain and inflammation associated with soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery. The dogs can be treated with Firox® approximately two hours prior to surgery. The tablets are scored and dosage should be calculated in half tablet increments but should not exceed the maximum daily recommended dose. Firox® Chewable Tablets can be administered with or without food.
Safety Information
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: FIROX (firocoxib) Chewable Tablets are for use in dogs only. As a class, cyclooxygenase inhibitory NSAIDs like FIROX may be associated with gastrointestinal, kidney, or liver side effects. Dogs should be evaluated for pre-existing conditions and currently prescribed medications prior to treatment with FIROX, then monitored regularly while on therapy. Concurrent use with another NSAID, corticosteroid, or nephrotoxic medication should be avoided or monitored closely. For more information, please see full prescribing information.