Melonex Inj

MELONEX INJ is a versatile and effective INJECTABLE medication in the MEDICINE category, produced by INTAS. It’s designed for a broad range of animals including dogs, cats, cows, horses, goats, pigs, buffaloes, bulls, camels, sheep, hamsters, guinea pigs, and rabbits. Each ml of MELONEX INJ contains 5mg of Meloxicam, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) known for its efficacy in treating pain and inflammation. The medication is available in vials of 100ML and 30ML sizes.

Ingredients

• Meloxicam (5 mg/ml): As the active ingredient, Meloxicam is an NSAID that provides relief from pain, inflammation, and fever in various animals, especially effective in treating osteoarthritis and pain associated with surgery.

Key Features

• Wide Range of Applications: MELONEX INJ is used for treating inflammatory conditions like mastitis, pneumonia, arthritis, and more, making it a comprehensive solution for pain relief in animals.
• Flexible Dosage: The medication can be administered via intramuscular, intravenous, or subcutaneous routes, depending on the condition and species.

Uses and Benefits

MELONEX INJ is widely used to treat a variety of inflammatory conditions in animals, offering relief from conditions such as broncho-pneumonia, colic, calf diarrhea, synovitis, laminitis, otitis, and perioperative care. This versatility aligns with a mission to support pet owners and veterinarians in managing animal health effectively.

Usage and Applications

How to Use: The dosage of MELONEX INJ varies based on the animal species and condition:

• Bovines: 30ml/300kg body weight for mastitis, pneumonia, etc.; 15ml/375kg body weight for musculoskeletal disorders and other conditions.
• Dogs and Cats: 0.2–0.5ml/10kg body weight.
• Horses: 30ml/250kg body weight.
• Swine: 2ml/25kg body weight.
• Sheep and Goats: 2ml/33kg body weight.
• Note: Veterinary consultation is essential for proper dosage and administration.

Veterinary consultation is essential for proper dosage and administration.

Mechanism of Action

Meloxicam works by blocking the release of chemical messengers responsible for inflammation and pain, effectively reducing discomfort in animals.

Safety Advice

While MELONEX INJ is generally safe, some animals might experience side effects such as vomiting, indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea. Special care is advised for cats, particularly those with early undiagnosed kidney disease, as they may be more susceptible to kidney damage from Meloxicam.

Side Effects

Meloxicam is generally well tolerated in dogs but the most common side effect is GI distress. Examples include vomiting, soft stools, diarrhea, and inappetence. While rare, other animals may experience more severe side effects like intestinal bleeding, black and tarry stools, intestinal perforation or stomach or intestinal ulcers, or renal toxicity.

Directions for Use

Please consult your veterinary practitioner

Precautions

Meloxicam is an effective pain reliever when and requires a veterinary prescription. However, this medication should not be administered to a patient with a known allergy to it. It should also be avoided in animals suffering from dehydration, low blood pressure, a perforation of the stomach or intestinal lining or in animals with a history of bleeding disorders or ulcers. While meloxicam is approved for use in dogs, puppies under the age of six months have not been evaluated.