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Metacam Oral Suspension 0.5mg/ml for Cats (30ml)
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Metacam Oral Suspension 0.5mg/ml for Cats (30ml)
From Price range: £5.84 through £21.25
Metacam 0.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension is a prescription veterinary NSAID (meloxicam) used to treat pain and inflammation caused by conditions such as osteoarthritis and injuries in cats.
- Cat-specific safe formula
- Precise liquid dosing
- Relieves pain & inflammation
Order Monday to Friday before 14:00pm to guarantee next
day delivery.
Please select size and quantity as shown in your prescription.
Ordering Prescription-Only Products
This item requires a current prescription from your vet before we can dispatch it. The good news? Sorting it out is simple and only takes a moment.
- Select or register your pet
- Attach a clear image or PDF of the prescription
- Complete your order at checkout
As soon as your prescription reaches us, our team will verify the details and get your pet’s treatment posted out to you.
Order Monday to Friday before 14:00pm to guarantee next
day delivery.
Product Features
Metacam 0.5 mg/ml Oral Suspension is a prescription veterinary NSAID (meloxicam) used to treat pain and inflammation caused by conditions such as osteoarthritis and injuries in cats.
- Cat-specific safe formula
- Precise liquid dosing
- Relieves pain & inflammation
Product Details
This item will be supplied once the prescription is received and approved by our vet.
Treatment duration may be short-term or long-term depending on your pet’s condition and must always follow veterinary advice.
Instructions
How is it administered?
When you administer Metacam Suspension 0.5 mg/ml to your cat or guinea pig, it helps improve comfort, mobility, and overall quality of life by managing pain and inflammation. It is the UK’s most prescribed treatment for pain and inflammation in cats and guinea pigs (MAT value, Kynetec, March 2025).
The suspension has a tasty honey flavour and can be given mixed with food or directly into the mouth.
For cats with a body weight of at least 2kg, the suspension is administered using the measuring syringe provided in the box.
Alternatively, for cats of any body weight, the drop dispenser of the bottle can be used. A small container
e.g. a teaspoon and a standard 1ml syringe can be used for guinea pigs.
Important information
Metacam 0.5 mg/ml oral suspension for cats and guinea pigs can only be obtained with a prescription. For further information about using Metacam oral suspension for cats and guinea pigs, see the package leaflet or contact your vet.
Sizes
At Ashcroft 4 Pets, Metacam® 0.5 mg/ml oral suspension for cats is available in a 30 ml bottle. Although it comes in 3 ml, 15 ml, and 30 ml sizes, we stock only the 30 ml size to suit most pets and treatment durations.
Key Benefits
Key Benefits
- Effective pain and inflammation relief
- Suitable for cats, guinea pigs, and dogs (depending on product)
- Easy-to-dose liquid formulation
- Flavored for better acceptance
- Vet-prescribed and trusted in UK
Ingredients
Active ingredient:
Meloxicam (concentration varies by product)
How it works to order pet prescription medications online
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Frequently asked questions
Is Metacam a painkiller?
Yes. It reduces pain and inflammation.
How quickly does it work?
Many pets show improvement within a few days.
Can it be used long-term?
In dogs, often yes for arthritis with monitoring. In cats, only if your vet advises and monitors treatment.
What are the common side effects?
Vomiting, diarrhoea, reduced appetite, or lethargy. Contact your vet if symptoms are severe or persistent.
Can it be given with other medicines?
Do not use with other NSAIDs or steroids unless your vet advises.
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