Briefly about the drug and the manufacturing company
The substance is considered moderately dangerous; when used correctly, it does not cause any side effects. The drug does not affect the physiological processes in the stomach, intestines and kidneys.
The drug can be given to both large animals and dogs with small body weight. Before taking Trocoxil, you should consult your veterinarian.
The product is made in the USA. This is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in the world, which carefully monitors the quality of its products. All you need to do is monitor the expiration date and the place where you buy the product, because little-known pharmacies often sell counterfeits. Therefore, trust only trusted veterinary pharmacies. Do you have any doubts? Then ask your pharmacist for product documents.
The price of Trokoxyl depends on the dosage of the active substance. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with the approximate cost of tablets (per package):
- 6 mg – 750-950 rubles;
- 20 mg – 1100-1250 rubles;
- 30 mg – 1200-1400 rubles;
- 75 mg – 1450-1550 rubles;
- 95 mg – 1600 – 1800 rubles.
Release forms and composition
The drug is available in tablet form. They have a triangular shape and a brownish tint. The product is provided in a cardboard box, the dragees are in blisters (2 pieces each). There are tablets on sale with different dosages of the active ingredient (6, 20, 30, 75 or 95 mg). Each package contains detailed instructions for use; be sure to read them before starting treatment for your pet.
If the doctor prescribed the medicine, then specify how many tablets should be given to the dog, because the veterinarian acts according to the situation and, perhaps, he will consider it necessary to create an individual dosage.
The main active component is mavacoxib, it is thanks to this substance that the drug helps animals cope with inflammation. In addition to the main component, the composition includes:
- magnesium stearate (emulsifier);
- sugar (sweetener);
- microcrystalline cellulose (slows down the absorption of the main substance);
- flavoring (the smell of meat makes it easier to feed the tablet to the animal);
- sodium laurelsulfate (food stabilizer, may cause allergies).
pharmachologic effect
The drug belongs to the group of non-steroidal drugs and has antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. The main active ingredient (mavacoxib) blocks the synthesis of inflammatory prostaglandins, which helps eliminate unpleasant symptoms.
Composition and release form
Trocoxil is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. The active substance in it is mavacoxib. The substance affects the production of prostaglandins, which are synthesized as a result of the inflammatory process occurring in the body. The concentration of mavacoxib in the drug can be different, which makes it easy to select the required dose for the animal, taking into account its weight.
Trocoxil is available in tablet form; they are light brown in color and triangular in shape. The concentration of the active substance in one pill can be 6, 20, 30, 75 or 95 mg. The tablets are packaged in two pieces in blisters and packed in cardboard boxes. Each package comes with instructions for use. The meaty aroma that the flavoring imparts to the drug makes it much easier to take the medication because animals are attracted to the smell.
Indications for use
Trocoxil is prescribed to animals for:
- acute arthritis;
- bursitis;
- various degenerative processes in joints;
- malfunctions of the intervertebral discs.
The tablets can be used in other cases only on the advice of a veterinarian. Like any other medicine, it is prescribed after a complete examination of the animal.
To avoid unpleasant consequences, always contact a veterinary clinic first, and only then a pharmacy.
INSTRUCTIONS for the use of the anti-inflammatory drug Trocoxil (Trocoxil)
COMPOSITION AND FORM OF RELEASE
Trocoxil is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug in the form of tablets for oral use containing mavacoxib as an active agent - 20 mg, 30 mg, 75 mg and 95 mg per tablet, and confectioner's sugar, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, sodium laurelsulfate as excipients , magnesium stearate and meat flavoring. In appearance, Trocoxil is a light brown triangular tablet with embossed inscriptions: “Pfizer” on one side and the concentration of mavacoxib in the tablet on the other side. The drug is packaged in blisters of 2 tablets, which are placed in cardboard boxes.
PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES
Trocoxil belongs to the group of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and has anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic effects. Mavacoxib, the active ingredient in Trocoxil, blocks the synthesis of inflammatory prostaglandins, which cause inflammation, swelling and pain. In therapeutic doses, mavacoxib has a much weaker effect on cycloxygenase-I, and therefore does not affect the synthesis of protective prostaglandins. Thus, mavacoxib does not interfere with normal physiological processes in tissues, especially in the stomach, intestines, kidneys and platelets. Trocoxil is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, reaching therapeutic concentrations 1 hour after administration, and peak plasma concentrations 17 hours after administration. The half-life in dogs is approximately 39 days. Mavacoxib is more than 98% bound to plasma proteins and is excreted unchanged mainly in bile.
INDICATIONS FOR USE
Used in dogs to treat inflammation and relieve pain in acute and chronic diseases of the musculoskeletal system, with manifestations of artitis, osteochondrosis, rheumatism, pain in muscles and ligaments, as well as to reduce postoperative pain and swelling.
METHOD OF APPLICATION AND DOSES
Trocoxil is administered to dogs, starting from 12 months of age, orally at a dose of 2 mg of mavacoxib per 1 kg of animal weight before or during meals. The drug is re-used 2 weeks after the first dose, and then at intervals of 1 month. The course of treatment with Trocoxil should not exceed 7 doses of the drug, that is, 6.5 months.
Using the table, you can calculate the number and dosage of tablets according to the weight of the animal:
| Animal weight | Amount and dosage of Trocoxil in mg | ||||
| 6 | 20 | 30 | 75 | 95 | |
| 3–4 kg | 1 | ||||
| 5–6 kg | 2 | ||||
| 7–10 kg | 1 | ||||
| 11–15 kg | 1 | ||||
| 16–20 kg | 2 | ||||
| 21–23 kg | 1 | 1 | |||
| 24–30 kg | 2 | ||||
| 31–37 kg | 1 | ||||
| 38–47 kg | 1 | ||||
| 48–52 kg | 1 | 1 | |||
| 53–62 kg | 1 | 1 | |||
| 63–75 kg | 2 | ||||
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Contraindications to the use of Trokoksil are: animal age up to 12 months and/or body weight less than 3 kg; hypersensitivity of the animal to the components of the drug; peptic ulcer of the gastrointestinal tract, severe renal failure. The drug is prescribed with caution to pregnant animals and during lactation.
STORAGE CONDITIONS
In the manufacturer's sealed packaging, in a dry place, protected from light and out of the reach of children, separately from food and feed at a temperature of 00 C to 300 C. The shelf life of the medicinal product under storage conditions is 3 years.
Do not use Trocoxil after the expiration date.
| Manufacturer | Zoetis (formerly Pfizer Animal Health). |
Directions for use + dosage selection
It is not difficult to choose the correct dosage of the drug; 1.5 mg of the active substance is required per 1 kg of animal weight. The table will help you figure it out:
| Pet weight (kg) | Dosage of the active substance (in tablets) | |||
| 6 mg | 20 mg | 30 mg | 75 mg | 95 mg |
| 3 – 4 | 1 | |||
| 5 – 6 | 2 | |||
| 7 – 10 | 1 | |||
| 11 – 15 | 1 | |||
| 16 – 20 | 2 | |||
| 21 – 23 | 1 | |||
| 24 – 30 | 2 | |||
| 31 – 37 | 1 | |||
| 38 – 47 | 1 | |||
| 48 – 52 | 1 | 1 | ||
| 53 – 62 | 1 | 1 | ||
| 63 – 75 | 2 |
Not only the dosage is important, but also the correct application; we advise you to adhere to the following instructions:
- Wear gloves or wash your hands well.
- Remove the dragee from the blister.
- Feed it to your dog (if your pet refuses the pill, add it to his food).
- Pet the animal.
- Wash your hands again (if you used gloves, throw them away).
Trocoxil is taken 1 time, and then again after two weeks. If the dog does not feel better, the drug may be prescribed again, but the interval between doses will increase to 1 month. The maximum number of doses is 7. The drug is not prescribed for life. For especially severe cases (when the drug needs to be taken for a long time), another medicine is needed, but with a similar effect on the body.
Adviсe:
- Make sure your pet has plenty of time to rest.
- Give the tablets with meals.
- Don't skip medications.
- Do not continue treatment unless directed by your veterinarian.
Dosage and instructions for use
The medicine can be given to animals that have reached the age of 12 months.
The dosage directly depends on the dog’s body weight (2 mg of active ingredient per kilogram of weight):
| Dog's weight in kilograms | Number of tablets | Dosage of active substance, mg |
| from 3 to 6 | 1-2 | 6 |
| from 7 to 10 | 1 | 20 |
| from 11 to 15 | 1 | 30 |
| from 16 to 20 | 2 | 20 |
| from 21 to 23 | 2 | one 20, the other 30 |
| from 24 to 30 | 2 | 30 |
| from 31 to 37 | 1 | 75 |
| from 38 to 47 | 1 | 95 |
| from 48 to 52 | 2 | one 30, the second 75 |
| from 53 to 62 | 2 | one 30, the second 95 |
| from 63 to 75 | 2 | 75 |
Duration of treatment – 6.5 months or 7 tablets. The interval between the first two doses is 2 weeks, and then the interval is increased to 1 month.
The drug is prescribed with caution to pregnant animals and during lactation.
Side effects and contraindications
All potent drugs can cause the animal to feel unwell; incorrect use of Trokoxyl can cause the following side effects:
- allergic reactions;
- diarrhea;
- vomiting;
- decreased appetite.
Not all dogs can be given Trocoxil, so before buying the product, read the contraindications:
- age up to 1 year;
- hypersensitivity to the components of the drug;
- body weight up to 3 kg;
- renal failure;
- ulcer.
If you are taking medication during pregnancy or lactation, you should consult your veterinarian.
Overdose
If the dosage is violated, the drug can cause a number of unpleasant symptoms:
- diarrhea;
- refusal to eat (sometimes also water);
- vomit;
- lethargy;
- weakness;
- drowsiness.
Precautions and storage rules
Trocoxil belongs to the third hazard class, so when using it you should adhere to the following rules:
- Avoid food and any drinks while you are working with the medicine.
- Do not smoke when giving the drug to your dog.
- Wash your hands after the procedure. Use soap and running water.
- If the medicine gets on the skin or mucous membranes, rinse the area with water.
- If allergic reactions occur, consult a doctor, taking with you the instructions for use or the packaging of the drug.
- It is prohibited to use the packaging for household purposes. Must be disposed of with garbage.
The medicine should be stored at a temperature of 0 to 30°C, away from ultraviolet radiation, and out of the reach of animals and children. After the expiration date, use is prohibited.
Analogs
There are no direct analogues of Trokoxyl. But it can be replaced with other NSAIDs.
Rimadyl
The medicine is available in the form of tablets and solution for injection. It reduces temperature well and relieves inflammation. The main component is caprofen. It is produced by the same company as Trokoksil. Price – 900-1100 rub.
Previcox
This remedy actively fights inflammation and pain. It is often prescribed for joint diseases. The active ingredient is firocoxib. Like Trocoxil, this drug has several dosage variations (57 and 227 mg of the active ingredient). Country of origin: France. Price – 1200-2200 rub. (per package).
Meloxicam
High-quality anti-inflammatory drug. Release form: tablets and solution for injection. Often used for ankylosing spondylitis, arthrosis and rheumatoid arthritis. The product is made in France. The price depends on the volume and amount of the active substance; 10 ml (1 mg of meloxicam) medicine costs about 400 rubles.
Each analogue has pros and cons; you need to select such a remedy individually, so it is better to consult a veterinarian.
Pharmacological properties of the drug
Trocoxil is a non-steroidal drug that blocks inflammatory processes in dogs. In addition, the drug lowers temperature and also has an analgesic effect.
"Trokoksil" is prescribed for acute inflammatory processes in dogs
Composition and mechanism of action
According to the instructions, the drug contains the active substance mavacoxib. The concentration of this element ranges from 20 to 90 mg per tablet.
The composition includes aromatic additives, thanks to which pets are more willing to eat the drug. Excipients are granulated sugar, cellulose and magnesium. Thanks to this composition, the product blocks the union of inflammatory prostaglandins, without harming the metabolism.
The drug is absorbed in the intestines 17 hours after administration. It will take 40 days for the medication to be completely removed.
Release form
The drug is sold in the form of tablets, colored dark brown. One blister contains two tablets. The wafers are placed in cardboard boxes. You can choose a drug depending on the content of the active substance - there are five options in total.
Indications for use
Recommendations for use include discomfort in chronic ailments and inflammatory processes, arthritis, and rheumatism. In addition, the product is used after surgery to smooth out discomfort and prevent the formation of edema.
Reviews
Irina, Moscow
“The veterinarian prescribed us Trocoxil to treat arthrosis. The full course of treatment was 5.5 months. The dog took the drug without any problems (surely, it’s all about the flavoring of the tablets). I didn't notice any side effects. Now Clyde (that’s our dog’s name) is feeling good. I recommend the drug."
Elena, Penza
“I gave the dog Trocoxil for osteoarthritis. After the first use, the dog became ill and vomited. I immediately went to the veterinarian, he said that it was better to change the medicine and prescribed Previcox. There were no problems with him, we completed the full course of treatment.”
Price
When purchasing Trokoksil for dogs, you should note that the price depends on the content of the active substance in the tablets. Below is the approximate cost of a package (2 tablets):
- 6 mg – 700-900 rubles;
- 20 mg – 1090-1230 rubles;
- 30 mg – 1200-1350 rubles;
- 75 mg – 1400-1500 rubles;
- 95 mg – 1600-1700 rub.
