Onsior for Dogs
Onsior is a safe veterinary only medicationf or use in dogs to treat osteoarthritis (degenerative joint disease). Onsior reduces pain and stiffness in the joints of affected dogs, increasing their mobility and enjoyment of exercise.
Onsior can also be an effective treatment for the relief of pain and inflammation of other causes in both dogs and cats.
Onsior can only be sold with a valid veterinary prescription.
Active Ingredient
The active ingredient in Onsior is robenacoxib.
Dosage
Onsior Tablets for Dogs is available in 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg and 40 mg.
The tablets are palatable (flavoured with yeast and artificial beef) and are taken voluntarily by most dogs.
Uses
Onsior is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for use in dogs. Robenacoxib is part of the coxib class of NSAIDs and is recommended for the treatment of pain and inflammation associated with chronic osteoarthritis in dogs.Administration
Osior is for oral use in dogs. Do not administer Onsior with food. TheOnsior tablets should not be divided or broken.The recommended dose of robenacoxib is 1 mg/kg body weight with a range of 1-2 mg/kg. Administer once daily at the same time every day.
For long term treatment, once clinical response has been observed, the dose of Onsior will be adjusted by your veterinarian to the lowest effective individual dose reflecting that the degree of pain and inflammation associated with chronic osteoarthritis may vary over time. Regular monitoring should be undertaken by the veterinarian.
Contra-indications, warnings, etc
Do not use in dogs suffering from gastrointestinal ulceration or with hepatic disease. Do not use concomitantly with corticosteroids or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).Do not use in case of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients. In clinical studies, inadequate response to treatment was seen in 10-15% of the dogs. Because the safety of robenacoxob has not been established during pregnancy and lactation or in dogs used for breeding, Onsior is not recommended for use in pregnant or lactating dogs.
Gastrointestinal adverse events were reported very commonly, but most cases were mild and recovered without treatment. Vomiting and soft faeces were very common, decreased appetite and diarrhoea were common, and blood in the faeces was uncommon.
Use this product under strict veterinary monitoring in dogs with a risk of gastrointestinal ulcers, or if the dog previously displayed intolerance to other NSAIDs.
Storage and handling
Do not store above 25°C.Wash hands after use.
In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical advice immediately and show the package leaflet or the label to the physician. In small children, accidental ingestion increases the risk for NSAID adverse effects.
How much does Onsior for Dogs Cost?
The cost of Onsior depends on tablet size and varies between vets and is generally in the range of $1.25 to $4 per tablet. Onsior is generally cheaper from an online pet pharmacy. For cheap Onsior for dogs, click here.
