Meloxidyl 2% injection – Veterinary Anti-inflammatory & Pain Relief Injection

Meloxidyl 2% injection is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) widely used in veterinary medicine to manage pain, inflammation, and fever in cattle, pigs, and horses. It contains meloxicam as the active ingredient, which selectively inhibits cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) enzymes, helping reduce inflammation while minimizing gastrointestinal side effects.

Composition

Active Ingredient: Meloxicam – 20 mg/ml (2%)

Formulation: Sterile injectable solution

Packaging: Typically available in 20 ml, 50 ml, or 100 ml vials

Key Benefits of Meloxidyl 2% injection

Rapid and effective pain relief in animals

Controls inflammation caused by musculoskeletal disorders or infections

Reduces fever in systemic illnesses

Improves mobility and overall animal comfort

Can be used alongside antibiotic therapy for combined infection and inflammation management

Indications / Uses

Meloxidyl 2% is prescribed for:

Acute respiratory infections in cattle and pigs

Mastitis-associated inflammation Meloxidyl 2% injection

Post-operative pain management

Lameness and joint pain in livestock and horses

Musculoskeletal disorders such as arthritis and sprains

Colic-associated inflammation in horses (as part of treatment protocol)

Meloxidyl 2% injection Dosage & Administration

(Strictly follow veterinary guidance)

Cattle: 0.5 mg meloxicam per kg body weight (equivalent to 2.5 ml per 100 kg) via subcutaneous or intravenous injection – single dose

Pigs: 0.4 mg/kg body weight (2.0 ml per 100 kg) via intramuscular injection – single dose, may be repeated as directed

Horses: 0.6 mg/kg body weight (3.0 ml per 100 kg) via intravenous injection – single dose

Note: Dosing can vary depending on animal condition and veterinarian prescription.

Withdrawal Periods

Meat:

Cattle: 15 days

Pigs: 5 days

Horses: 5 days

Milk (Cattle): 5 days

Possible Side Effects

Temporary swelling at injection site

Rare allergic reactions Meloxidyl 2% injection

Gastrointestinal upset in sensitive animals

Avoid in animals with severe liver, kidney, or heart disorders

Precautions

Do not use in animals with known hypersensitivity to meloxicam

Not for use in pregnant or lactating animals unless prescribed by a vet

Avoid use with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids

Keep out of reach of children

For veterinary use only

Storage

Store at 15–25°C (59–77°F)