Meloxicam for Cockatiels
Bird · Nymphicus hollandicus · typical adult weight 0.07–0.13 kg
Meloxicam is dosed at 1 mg/kg PO single dose in cockatiels, per Comparative population pharmacokinetics and absolute oral bioavailability of COX-2 selective inhibitors celecoxib, mavacoxib and meloxicam in cockatiels (Nymphicus hollandicus). Scientific Reports (2017). DOI 10.1038/s41598-017-12159-z; PMID 28947805; PMC5612971. URL: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5612971/. Meloxicam (Analgesic) has cited veterinary dosing for cockatiels. Routes documented in cockatiels: PO. A typical adult cockatiel weighs 0.07–0.13 kg. ExoticRx lists 1 cited dose rule for Meloxicam in cockatiels, drawn from published veterinary references. Verify against current literature before clinical use.
Trade names: Metacam
Dose ranges
| Route | Dose | Frequency | Indication | Evidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PO | 1 mg/kg | single dose | — | Weak | Comparative population pharmacokinetics and absolute oral bioavailability of COX-2 selective inhibitors celecoxib, mavacoxib and meloxicam in cockatiels (Nymphicus hollandicus). Scientific Reports (2017). DOI 10.1038/s41598-017-12159-z; PMID 28947805; PMC5612971. URL: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5612971/ |
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Mechanism of action
Preferential COX-2 inhibitor, reducing prostaglandin synthesis. Provides anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic effects.
Side effects & warnings
Use with extreme caution in cats (single SC dose labeled; repeated oral use controversial). GI ulceration risk. Avoid in dehydrated, hypovolemic, or renally compromised patients. Do not combine with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids.
Species-specific contraindications and adverse-reaction reports for cockatiels may differ from canine / feline reference data — consult the primary citations listed with each rule.
Frequently asked questions
What is the dose of Meloxicam for Cockatiels?
Meloxicam dose range in cockatiels, with cited source references: PO 1 mg/kg single dose.
How is Meloxicam administered in Cockatiels?
Documented routes for Meloxicam in cockatiels: PO.
What are the side effects of Meloxicam in Cockatiels?
These are general warnings for Meloxicam across species; consult the cockatiel dosing table above for species-specific guidance. Use with extreme caution in cats (single SC dose labeled; repeated oral use controversial). GI ulceration risk. Avoid in dehydrated, hypovolemic, or renally compromised patients. Do not combine with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids.
Meloxicam dosing in other species
Why a species-specific page? Meloxicam pharmacokinetics differ across species: dose ranges, intervals, and route preferences are not interchangeable. Cross-extrapolation from canine doses is unsafe in cockatiels — the rules above are the citations specific to this species, not generic recommendations.
Sourced from published veterinary references; awaiting credentialed clinical reviewer. See our editorial process. Reference only — not veterinary advice.