Meflosyl 50 ml

Meflosyl 50 ml is a veterinary injectable solution containing flunixin meglumine, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It is widely used in horses, cattle, and pigs for pain relief, fever reduction, and inflammation control.

Active Ingredient & Strength

Flunixin meglumine – 50 mg/mL

Available in 50 ml multi-dose vial for easy administration.

Indications & Uses

Meflosyl injection is indicated for:

In Horses

Relief of pain and inflammation from musculoskeletal disorders.

Control of fever and inflammation in respiratory diseases.

Management of colic pain.

Meflosyl 50 ml In Cattle

Reduction of fever and inflammation associated with bovine respiratory disease (BRD).

Relief of pain due to mastitis.

Control of inflammation from endotoxemia.

In Pigs

Control of fever and inflammation caused by respiratory disease outbreaks.

Mode of Action

Meflosyl works by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis through cyclooxygenase (COX) enzyme blockade. This action reduces:

Pain sensitivity

Swelling and heat in inflamed tissues

Fever

Meflosyl 50 ml Dosage & Administration

(Always follow veterinary prescription)

Horses: 1.1 mg/kg body weight, IV, once daily (up to 5 days).

Cattle: 2.2 mg/kg IV (slow) once daily for up to 3 days.

Pigs: 2 mg/kg IM once daily for up to 3 days.

Route: Intravenous in horses and cattle; intramuscular in pigs.

Withdrawal Periods

Meat: 7–10 days (species dependent)

Milk: 36–72 hours (check local regulations)

Side Effects & Precautions

Possible gastrointestinal irritation or ulceration

Avoid use in animals with renal, hepatic, or cardiac disorders

Do not combine with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids

Ensure proper hydration during treatment

Storage

Store below 25°C, away from direct sunlight

Keep vial sealed and sterile until use

Special Population Considerations:

Dosages are usually reduced for ponies, who are more at-risk for NSAID side effects, as well as horses with decreased liver or kidney function (such as older horses).