For use in the alleviation of inflammation and relief of pain in both acute and

chronic musculo-skeletal disorders in horses. In horses, it has also been used

for the relief of pain associated with colic.

Dosage and administration

To be administered either mixed with food or directly into the mouth at a dosage

of 0.6 mg/kg body weight, once daily, up to 14 days. Where the product is mixed

with food, it should be added to a small quantity of food, prior to feeding.

The suspension should be given using the Metacam measuring syringe provided

in the package. The syringe fits onto the bottle and has a kg-body weight scale.

Shake well before use. Avoid introduction of contamination during use.

Contra-indications, warnings, etc

Do not use in pregnant or lactating mares.

Do not use in animals suffering from gastrointestinal disorders such as irritation and haemorrhage, impaired hepatic, cardiac or renal function and haemorrhagic disorders. Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients.

Do not use in horses less than 6 weeks of age.

Isolated cases of adverse reactions typically associated with NSAIDs were observed in clinical trials (slight urticaria, diarrhoea). Symptoms were reversible.

If adverse reactions occur, treatment should be discontinued and the advice of a veterinarian should be sought.

Avoid use in any dehydrated, hypovolaemic or hypotensive animal, as there is a potential risk of renal toxicity.

Laboratory studies in cattle have not provided any evidence for teratogenic, foetotoxic, or maternotoxic effects. However, no data have been generated in horses. Therefore the use in this species is not recommended during pregnancy and lactation.

Do not administer concurrently with glucocorticoids, other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or with anti-coagulant agents.

In the case of overdosage symptomatic treatment should be initiated.

Withdrawal period

Meat and offal: 3 days.

Operator warnings

People with known hypersensitivity to NSAIDs should avoid contact with the veterinary medicinal product. In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical advice immediately and show the package leaflet or the label to the physician.

Disposal Advice

Any unused veterinary medicinal product or waste materials derived from such veterinary medicinal products should be disposed of in accordance with local requirements.

For animal treatment only.

Keep out of reach and sight of children.