cowanbree Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 My friend has a 40kg dog that is going to be on Metacam long term which would cost her her a fortune. I was wondering if anyone knows what the human equivalent is and roughly how much it would cost her to use it. Obviously she would have to get a script off her vet but if the savings is considerable it would be worth it. Also I was wondering in anyone has used Metacam long term and if they experienced any side effects Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robbi Posted August 5, 2009 Share Posted August 5, 2009 (edited) It is expensive isn't it. My 16 year old Kelpie has been on a daily dose of Metacam for nearly 2 years and it is wonderful to see how happy and pain free she is even though her knees are thickened by arthritis. I was worried about long term side effects but haven't seen any sign of stomach ulcers or problems linked with the use of anti-inflammatory's. My vet has assured me the benefits for her quality of life far out weigh the risk of side effects and at 16(or any age) I agree it is quality rather than quantity of life. I do give her slippery elm and yoghurt containing the natural pro biotics to try and keep her gut flora healthy maybe worth a try. I was giving my slightly younger Kelpie devils claw for his stiffness and it seemed to help but also gave him Metacam every second day Edited August 6, 2009 by Robbi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
:ange: Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 I'm not sure about the human equivalent to save her any money.. I wouldn't be giving my dog anything unless OK'd by a veternarian. What is the dog in pain due to? Arthritis? We had our dog as a youg puppy on Metacam with her HOD and we were told to never give any more than the reccommended does due to the risk of sending the dog into kidney failure. My MIL had a palliated dog and the vet told her that she should be more worried about the dogs comfort level rather than the risk of long-term side effects (kindey/liver failure). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stitch Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 You could always try taking the script for the Metacam (or the Metacam itself) along to a compounding chemist and see if they are able to dispense or replicate it. One of my dogs was prescribed an ointment from the specialist vet who charged $150 for it. I got him to write a script for it and took it along to our local compounding chemist who made it up for me. I got double the amount of cream for half the price. Might be worth a try! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lab lady Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 I had a girl on it for 5 years, she had 6-monthly blood test and it never compromised her kidneys or liver. The benefits far outweighed any risk of side affects but yes it was expensive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowanbree Posted August 6, 2009 Author Share Posted August 6, 2009 There definitely is a human equivalent as it has been discussed before, I just can't remember the name and the search function isn't picking it up. I have used metacam in my dogs in the past but they are only 10kgs so not quite the same expense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparkyTansy Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 I havent noticed any side effects although I do not give a daily dose... more like every 2-3 days if my boy is looking sore (HD) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dancinbcs Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Info on wikipedia here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metacam Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poodle wrangler Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Metacam (brand name)= Meloxicam= Mobic (brand name)= Movalis (brand name). Is prescription-only. So, you have to find a DR to prescribe it for a human, then give the weight-correct dose to your dog. Thanks to the PBS, drugs are cheaper for humans than dogs. To give you some idea of human prices: http://www.pharmacydirect.com.au/product_s...&sv=movalis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monah Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 We used to use metacam but have found Previcox to be better (HD). Sorry, I have not taken much note of the cost, but it is excellent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meea Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 We used to use metacam but have found Previcox to be better (HD). Sorry, I have not taken much note of the cost, but it is excellent It is Mobic. My cattle dog has been on long term for his arthritis (and so have I - conveniently - cough cough). I will check the body weight dose and post later. FYI he sits around 30kg and gets 1/2 a 7.5 tablet (the smallest available). From memory this is fractionally high but easy. For smaller dogs you can disolve the 7.5mg capsules with sterile water and syringe the dose. Of course before I get hammered - this is approved by my vet who supplied the dosage and taught me how to measure it out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golden Rules Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 My boy is in the same boat, he's 30kg, he has a daily dose and will do for the rest of his life (and he's not quite 7 years old!) I am amazed at the difference in him since he has been on it daily as opposed to every second or third day. His quality of life is greatly improved. I must speak to my vet about the human equivalent, I'm sure they will come to the party. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puggy_puggy Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 Yes the human form is Mobic but I am only aware that it comes in tablets not liquid. It gave me an upset stomach when I took it some years ago and didn't seem to provide any anti inflamtory relief for my back condition at the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meea Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 (edited) Yes the human form is Mobic but I am only aware that it comes in tablets not liquid. It gave me an upset stomach when I took it some years ago and didn't seem to provide any anti inflamtory relief for my back condition at the time. the human version does not come in liquid only tablet and capsule, but as with all drugs the binding compounds are soluble. FYI many drugs used to be dealt in bulk in hospitals then disolved and measured out. Old skool but effective. Necessary for the littlies as no humans equivilents come so teensy. Edited August 6, 2009 by Meea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bouledogue Français Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 We used to use metacam but have found Previcox to be better (HD). Sorry, I have not taken much note of the cost, but it is excellent Previcox is one of the newer drugs, also with less side effects. And as far as I can remember it works out cheaper than the others. Used it on one of my Bullmastiffs with great results. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
~Archie~ Posted August 6, 2009 Share Posted August 6, 2009 If it's for arthritis, my Mum has a dog that was on Metacam, she has done a course of Pentosan & has been using Joint Guard for quite some time now, and has now been able to cut out the Metacam, and only uses it on the odd occasion that the dog has overdone it playing with the younger dogs!! There are generics available of Metacam, I think it's just called Meloxicam which is put out by Troy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grabonsam Posted August 7, 2009 Share Posted August 7, 2009 Mobic, the 2 legged equivelent, comes in 15mg tabs, and costs about $19 for 30 tabs. A 40 kg 4 legged would only require about 4mg I think, ie 0.1mg/kg. Not sure if the mobic comes in different strengths, but it does require a prescription. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cowanbree Posted August 7, 2009 Author Share Posted August 7, 2009 Thansk everyone for your help. Given it was going to cost about $100mth Mobic is a much cheaper source Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meea Posted August 7, 2009 Share Posted August 7, 2009 Mobic, the 2 legged equivelent, comes in 15mg tabs, and costs about $19 for 30 tabs. A 40 kg 4 legged would only require about 4mg I think, ie 0.1mg/kg. Not sure if the mobic comes in different strengths, but it does require a prescription. also comes in 7.5mg (see previous post re dosing) tab and caps. That dose is correct so if OP can get a script for her (sore back/wrists/joints...) its all good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trifecta Posted August 7, 2009 Share Posted August 7, 2009 Mobic, the 2 legged equivelent, comes in 15mg tabs, and costs about $19 for 30 tabs. A 40 kg 4 legged would only require about 4mg I think, ie 0.1mg/kg. Not sure if the mobic comes in different strengths, but it does require a prescription. also comes in 7.5mg (see previous post re dosing) tab and caps. That dose is correct so if OP can get a script for her (sore back/wrists/joints...) its all good. The treating vet should be able to supply Mobic or write a prescription to be filled at the local pharmacy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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