NEXICAM® Injection

For Veterinary Use Only

Composition

Each ml contains:

Meloxicam ................................................ 5 mg
Excipients ...................................................... q.s. to 1 ml

Pharmacological Class

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
(Oxicam group – preferential COX-2 inhibitor)

Indications

NEXICAM® Injection is indicated for the treatment of inflammation, pain, and fever associated with acute and chronic conditions in animals, including:

Musculoskeletal disorders (lameness, arthritis, myositis)
Acute and chronic inflammatory conditions
Post-operative pain and inflammation
Mastitis supportive therapy in cattle
Soft tissue injuries and trauma
Fever associated with infectious diseases

Meloxicam provides anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic effects with improved gastrointestinal tolerance compared to non-selective NSAIDs.

Dosage and Administration

Routes: Subcutaneous (SC), Intramuscular (IM), or Intravenous (IV – slow)

Recommended dosage:

Cattle:
0.5 mg meloxicam/kg body weight
(Equivalent to 1 ml per 10 kg BW)
Single dose or once daily for up to 3 days as required
Sheep & Goats:
0.5 mg/kg body weight
Single dose or once daily for 1–3 days
Dogs:
0.2 mg/kg body weight on day 1,
followed by 0.1 mg/kg body weight once daily if continued

Dosage and duration should be determined by the veterinarian based on clinical response.

Target Species

Cattle, sheep, goats, and dogs
(Use in other species only under veterinary supervision)

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to meloxicam or other NSAIDs
Gastrointestinal ulceration or bleeding
Severe renal, hepatic, or cardiac disorders
Do not use in dehydrated, hypovolemic, or hypotensive animals
Do not use concurrently with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids

Precautions

For veterinary use only
Use under the supervision of a veterinarian
Do not exceed recommended dose or treatment duration
Ensure adequate hydration during treatment
Use sterile injection technique
Administer IV injections slowly
Keep out of reach of children

Withdrawal Period

(Subject to national regulatory approval)

Meat: Typically 5–15 days
Milk: Typically 3–5 days
(Confirm exact withdrawal periods according to local regulations)

Storage

Store below 25°C
Protect from light
Do not freeze
Keep container tightly closed

Presentation

Multidose vials (e.g. 50 ml, 100 ml)

NEXICAM® Injection