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Firocoxib (Equine)
Equioxx
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Indications
Mechanism of Action
Selective cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. Provides anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects with reduced GI toxicity compared to non-selective NSAIDs.
Side effects & warnings
For horses only. Do not use in horses intended for food. GI ulceration can still occur, especially with concurrent corticosteroids. Not for use with other NSAIDs.
Species with Firocoxib (Equine) dosing data (1 dose rule)
Species references:All Horse (Equine) drugs
Evidence levels across 1 dose rule
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Backed by a published source
- · FDA NADA Label
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