Rx Novox 100mg x 180 caplets

As dogs grow older, their joints tend to become stiffer and less mobile, causing a great deal of discomfort and limiting how much and how fast they can move around. This can be extremely uncomfortable for them, and as pet owners, we want to do everything we can to make life as comfortable for them as possible. If arthritis and other forms of joint disease are becoming an issue, we recommend talking to your veterinarian about Novox. This is a caplet which reduces inflammation in dogs' joints without the use of steroids. It is also useful for controlling postoperative pain in canines, so if your dog has experienced surgery-related stiffness as of late, this might be worth talking to your vet about. Please note you will need a valid prescription from your veterinarian in order to purchase this product. What is Novox and what does it treat? Novox is a NSAID (Non-Steroid Anti-Inflammatory Drug) used to treat pain and inflammation in your dog’s joints. If your pet is suffering from arthritis or other joint diseases, this medication can be used to help relieve their discomfort and increase their mobility. Because it helps enhance a canine’s ability to move, it can also be administered to dogs suffering from postoperative pain and stiffness. How does Novox reduce my dog’s discomfort? NSAIDS, like Novox, inhibit the production of prostaglandins in your dog’s cells. What this basically means is: When your dog takes Novox, they produce fewer chemicals which trigger inflammation and stiffness. This is why it is useful for dogs suffering from arthritis and other joint diseases. Do I need a prescription from my veterinarian to purchase Novox? Yes, you can only purchase Novox if you have a valid prescription from a licensed veterinarian. What questions should I ask my veterinarian when discussing Novox? What examinations and tests will be necessary when my pet’s taking Novox? How long will treatment last? When should I start noticing results? What other treatment options do I have? What questions should my veterinarian ask me? Does your dog have a history of stomach ulcers or other stomach-related issues? Does your dog have any allergies, to your knowledge? Is your dog currently on any other medications? Does your dog have any heart, kidney, or liver problems? Is Novox safe for cats? No. This medication is for dogs only. It is not considered safe for cats. Is Novox safe for pregnant, lactating, or breeding dogs? The exact effect Novox has on pregnant, lactating, and breeding dogs is not known. Be sure to consult your veterinarian on this topic if your dog falls under any of said categories. Should I give Novox to my dog if they’re on other medications? Novox has the potential to interact with other drugs. This is why you should be upfront with your veterinarian about any other medications your dog is on. This includes vitamins, supplements, steroids, anticoagulants, and antidiabetic drugs. How do I store this medication? Novox should always be stored at room temperature; never expose it to high heat. Since this chewable has a very tasty flavor to it, you should keep it locked away; there’s a risk of overdose if your dog consumes more than the daily dose prescribed by your veterinarian. How often should I administer this medication? Always follow your veterinarian’s instructions when it comes to administering this medication. The dose they prescribe is the dog you are to give. What should I do if I miss a dose? Consult your veterinarian first, but here are general suggestions: If you are giving this drug once a day and you miss a dose, give it within 12 hours of the missed dose. Do not double doses if you are giving the medication once a day as it can be toxic to your dog. If you are giving this drug twice a day and you miss a dose, give it as soon as you remember or with the next dose. Otherwise skip the dose and give the next dose at the regularly scheduled time. What side effects should I be prepared for? Novox is considered safe to use in the vast majority of dogs, and the risk of side effects occurring appears to be less than 1%. Rarely, serious side effects and sometimes death have been reported. The most common side effects reported with Novox use are decreased appetite, vomiting (including blood in the vomit), diarrhea, or blood in the stool. Contact your veterinarian if you notice any of these. This medication may effect the kidneys or the liver. Contact your veterinarian if you notice your dog’s water intake or urinary habits have changed, or if you see any yellowing of the gums, skin or in the white of the eyes. Immediately contact your veterinarian if your dog becomes lethargic, uncoordinated, has seizures, or exhibits changes in behavior. - CAUTIONS/WARNINGS:Caution: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. As a class, cyclooxygenase inhibitory NSAIDs may be associated with gastrointestinal, renal and hepatic toxicity. Effects may result from decreased prostaglandin production and inhibition of the enzyme cyclooxygenase which is responsible for the formation of prostaglandins from arachidonic acid.11-14 When NSAlDs inhibit prostaglandins that cause inflammation they may also inhibit those prostaglandins which maintain normal homeostatic function. These anti-prostaglandin effects may result in clinically significant disease in patients with underlying or pre-existing disease more often than in healthy patients.12,14 NSAID therapy could unmask occult disease which has previously been undiagnosed due to the absence of apparent clinical signs. Patients with underlying renal disease for example, may experience exacerbation or decompensation of their renal disease while on NSAID therapy.11-14 The use of parenteral fluids during surgery should be considered to reduce the potential risk of renal complications when using NSAlDs perioperatively. Carprofen is an NSAID, and as with others in that class, adverse reactions may occur with its use. The most frequently reported effects have been gastrointestinal signs. Events involving suspected renal, hematologic, neurologic, dermatologic, and hepatic effects have also been reported. Patients at greatest risk for renal toxicity are those that are dehydrated, on concomitant diuretic therapy, or those with renal, cardiovascular, and/or hepatic dysfunction. Concurrent administration of potentially nephrotoxic drugs should be approached cautiously, with appropriate monitoring. Since NSAIDs possess the potential to induce gastrointestinal ulcerations and/or gastrointestinal perforations, concomitant use carprofen and other anti-inflammatory drugs, such as NSAIDs or corticosteroids, should be avoided. If additional pain medication is needed after administration of the total daily dose of carprofen, a non-NSAID or non-corticosteroid class of analgesia should be considered. The use of another NSAID is not recommended. Sensitivity to drug-associated adverse reactions varies with the individual patient. Carprofen treatment was not associated with renal toxicity or gastrointestinal ulceration in well-controlled safety studies of up to ten times the dose in dogs. Novox Caplets is not recommended for use in dogs with bleeding disorders (e.g., Von Willebrand’s disease), as safety has not been established in dogs with these disorders. The safe use of Novox Caplets in animals less than 6 weeks of age, pregnant dogs, dogs used for breeding purposes, or in lactating bitches has not been established. Studies to determine the activity of carprofen when administered concomitantly with other protein-bound or similarly metabolized drugs have not been conducted. Drug compatibility should be monitored closely in patients requiring additional therapy. Such drugs commonly used include cardiac, anticonvulsant and behavioral medications. It has been suggested that treatment with carprofen may reduce the level of inhalant anesthetics needed. If additional pain medication is warranted after administration of the total daily dose of Novox Caplets, alternative analgesia should be considered. The use of another NSAID is not recommended. Consider appropriate washout times when switching from one NSAID to another or when switching from corticosteroid use to NSAID use. Keep out of reach of children. Not for human use. Consult a physician in cases of accidental ingestion by humans. For use in dogs only. Do not use in cats. All dogs should undergo a thorough history and physical examination before initiation of NSAID therapy. Appropriate laboratory tests to establish hematological and serum biochemical baseline data prior to, and periodically during, administration of any NSAID should be considered. Owners should be advised to observe for signs of potential drug toxicity (see Information for Dog Owners, Adverse Reactions, Animal Safety and Post-Approval Experience). Serious Adverse Reactions Associated With This Drug Class Can Occur Without Warning And In Rare Situations Result In Death (see Adverse Reactions). Owners Should Be Advised To Discontinue Novox caplets Therapy And Contact Their Veterinarian Immediately If Signs Of Intolerance Are Observed. The vast majority of patients with drug related adverse reactions have recovered when the signs are recognized, the drug is withdrawn and veterinary care, if appropriate, is initiated. Owners should be advised of the importance of periodic follow up for all dogs during administration of any NSAID. - DIRECTIONS:Dosage: Always provide Client Information Sheet with prescription. Carefully consider the potential benefits and risk of Carprofen and other treatment options before deciding to use Carprofen. Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent with individual response. The recommended dosage for oral administration to dogs is 2 mg/lb (4.4 mg/kg) of body weight daily. The total daily dose may be administered as 2 mg/lb of body weight once daily or divided and administered as 1 mg/lb (2.2 mg/kg) twice daily. For the control of postoperative pain, administer approximately 2 hours before the procedure. Caplets are scored and dosage should be calculated in half-caplet increments. Storage Store at controlled room temperature 15°-30°C (59° - 86°F). - MATERIAL/COMP:Granular (e.g. Capsule Pellets) - STORAGE/DISPOSAL REQ:Store at 59-86 degrees F - HEIGHT(INCHES): 5.000 - WIDTH(INCHES):2.000 - LENGTH(INCHES):2.000