Equioxx
Equioxx is a prescription non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) belonging to the coxib class. It is specifically approved for veterinary use in horses to control pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis. The medication works by selectively inhibiting the COX-2 enzyme to reduce the production of inflammatory prostaglandins that cause pain and swelling in joints.
Equioxx is a prescription NSAID used in horses to manage pain and inflammation from osteoarthritis.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 994491
- Generic
- Equioxx
- Class
- brand-name
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
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- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
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Equioxx is indicated for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in horses, helping to improve mobility and comfort in affected animals.
Equioxx is a selective COX-2 inhibitor that reduces the production of prostaglandins, which are chemical messengers that cause pain, fever, and inflammation in the body.
Equioxx is a prescription-only medication approved for equine use only. As with all NSAIDs, it should be used with caution in horses with known gastrointestinal, kidney, or liver problems. Follow your veterinarian's dosing instructions carefully and report any signs of adverse reactions promptly.
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