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Metacam (meloxicam) Chewable Tablets
From Price range: £27.94 through £49.79

Metacam (meloxicam) Chewable Tablets

From Price range: £27.94 through £49.79

Metacam® chewable tablets for dogs are a prescription painkiller (NSAID) used to relieve pain and inflammation caused by arthritis or injury. Available in 1 mg and 2.5 mg strengths, these flavoured tablets are easy to give and improve quality of life for dogs with musculoskeletal conditions.

  • Effective Painkiller for dogs
  • Reduces pain and inflammation
  • Work within 1 to 2 hours after administration

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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.

  1. Select or register your pet
  2. Attach a clear image or PDF of the prescription
  3. 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
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Product Features

Metacam® chewable tablets for dogs are a prescription painkiller (NSAID) used to relieve pain and inflammation caused by arthritis or injury. Available in 1 mg and 2.5 mg strengths, these flavoured tablets are easy to give and improve quality of life for dogs with musculoskeletal conditions.

  • Effective Painkiller for dogs
  • Reduces pain and inflammation
  • Work within 1 to 2 hours after administration

Product Details

Metacam Chewable Tablets for Dogs – 1mg & 2.5mg for Pain Relief

Metacam chew tablets contain a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID – a type of painkiller that reduces swelling and discomfort) for dogs. Also available as Metacam Oral Suspension for Dogs.

What it’s used for

  • Relieves pain and inflammation from chronic (long-term) joint problems such as arthritis.
  • Helps with acute (sudden and short-term) musculoskeletal issues, like injuries or strains.

Why choose Metacam for dogs?

  • The UK’s No.1 prescribed pain and inflammation treatment for dogs (MAT value, Kynetec Oct 2024).
  • Available in two strengths: 1 mg and 2.5 mg tablets for accurate dosing.
  • Helps improve your dog’s comfort, mobility and overall quality of life.
Metacam 1 mg chewable tablets for dogs PIL Metacam 2.5 mg chewable tablets for dogs PIL    

Instructions

How is it administered?

Metacam tablets can be given with or without food and are flavoured so that most dogs will readily accept them. Each chewable tablet can be halved to enable accurate dosing of dogs from 4 kg.

For dogs weighing less than 4 kg, Metacam® 1.5 mg/ml oral suspension for dogs should be used.

Important information

Metacam tablets for dogs can only be obtained with a prescription.

Do not use Metacam® chewable tablets in dogs weighing less than 4 kg. For further information about using Metacam® chewable tablets for dogs, see
the package leaflet or contact your vet.

Sizes

  • 1 mg – 84 chewable tablets
  • 2.5 mg – 84 chewable tablets

Key Benefits

Key Benefits

  • Eases pain and inflammation in dogs
  • Vet-recommended for arthritis and injuries
  • Flavoured, easy-to-give chews
  • Available in 1 mg and 2.5 mg
  • Works within 1 to 2 hours

Ingredients

Metacam® contains meloxicam. Available only with a vet’s prescription (POM-V).

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Frequently asked questions

What is the correct dosage for Metacam Chewable Tablets?
The usual maintenance dose is 0.1 mg/kg once daily. 1 mg tablet: suitable for a 10 kg dog 2.5 mg tablet: suitable for a 25 kg dog Tablets are scored and may be divided to adjust the dose where needed.
Can I give Metacam Chewable Tablets with food?
Yes. Metacam chewable tablets can be given with or without food. Giving them with a meal may help reduce stomach irritation.
How quickly do Metacam tablets work?
Pain relief usually begins within 1–2 hours. For ongoing conditions such as arthritis, improvement is often noticed within a few days of treatment.
Are there any side effects of Metacam tablets?
Possible side effects include vomiting, diarrhoea, reduced appetite, and lethargy. If severe symptoms occur, or if there is blood in vomit or stools, stop treatment and contact your vet.
Can I give Metacam tablets to a puppy?
Metacam chewable tablets should not be used in puppies under 6 weeks of age or in dogs weighing less than 4 kg. In smaller dogs, oral suspension is usually preferred for accurate dosing.
Can I use Metacam if my dog is pregnant?
No. Metacam Chewable Tablets should not be used in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs.
Can I switch from Metacam liquid to tablets?
Yes. You may switch between the oral suspension and chewable tablets without a treatment break, provided the daily dose remains the same. Confirm the dose with your vet before switching.

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