What Is the Drug Metacam for Dogs?

Metacam is a non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory medication used to treat arthritis and pain in dogs. It is available by prescription only from your veterinarian. It is the only product of its kind available on the market in liquid form.

  1. Identification

    • Metacam can be administered by intravenous infusion or as an injection. It is also in liquid form to be taken by mouth. It does not need refrigeration, and the oral solution is honey flavored.

    Time Frame

    • Metacam has been proven to be safe for long-term use in dogs. Drs. Foster and Smith recommend this be done on the lowest dosage possible. An injection of Metacam by your veterinarian provides immediate relief for your dog. The liquid form can be used at home to maintain long-term relief.

    Effects

    • Side effects that your dog may experience while taking Metacam can include vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. Metacam, on rare occasions, can cause problems involving the kidney and liver. The side effects mentioned

    Benefits

    • Metacam has been proven safe for daily use. Metacam, being a liquid, has the added benefit of accurate dosing based on weight.

    Considerations

    • Metacam provides 24-hour pain relief with once-a-day dosing. A 100 ml bottle will provide 110 days of treatment to a thirty-pound dog and 33 days of treatment to a one-hundred-pound dog.