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Metacam 15 mg/ml Oral Suspension for Pigs

Active ingredient: Meloxicam

Form

Liquid

Species

Pigs

Manufacturer

Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica GmbH

VMD MA No.

04491/5019

What it's used for

For adjunctive therapy in the treatment of puerperal septicaemia and toxaemia (Mastitis-Metritis-Agalactia syndrome MMA) with appropriate antibiotic therap...

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Clinical information

Metacam 15 mg/ml Oral Suspension for Pigs — SPC Details

Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.

For adjunctive therapy in the treatment of puerperal septicaemia and toxaemia
(Mastitis-Metritis-Agalactia syndrome MMA) with appropriate antibiotic therapy.

To be administered at a dosage of 0.4 mg/kg body weight (i.e. 2.7 ml/100 kg) in
combination with antibiotic therapy, as appropriate. If required, a second
administration of Meloxicam can be given after 24 hours.
In cases of MMA with severely disturbed general demeanour (e.g. anorexia) the use
of Metacam 20 mg/ml solution for injection is recommended.
To be administered preferably mixed with a small quantity of feed. Alternatively to be
given prior to feeding, or directly into the mouth.
The suspension should be given using the measuring syringe provided in the
package. The syringe fits onto the bottle and has a kg-body weight scale.
To ensure a correct dosage, body weight should be determined as accurately as
possible.
Shake well before use.
After administration of the veterinary medicinal product, close the bottle by replacing
the cap, wash the measuring syringe with warm water and let it dry.

Do not use in pigs suffering from impaired hepatic, cardiac or renal function or
haemorrhagic disorders, or where there is evidence of ulcerogenic gastrointestinal
lesions.
Do not use in cases of hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the
excipients.

None.
If adverse reactions occur, treatment should be discontinued and the advice of a
veterinarian should be sought
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a
veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian,
to either the marketing authorisation holder or its local representative or the national
competent authority via the national reporting system. See the package leaflet for
respective contact details.

Amended pages: March 2025

None.

Special precautions for safe use in the target species
Avoid use in very severely dehydrated, hypovolaemic or hypotensive pigs which
require parenteral rehydration, as there may be a potential risk of renal toxicity.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals:
People with known hypersensitivity to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
(NSAIDs) should avoid contact with the veterinary medicinal product.
In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical advice immediately and show the
package leaflet or the label to the physician.
This veterinary medicinal product can cause eye irritation. In case of contact with the
eyes, immediately rinse thoroughly with water.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.

Do not administer concurrently with glucocorticosteroids, other non-steroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs or with anticoagulant agents.

This veterinary medicinal product does not require any special storage conditions.

Meat and offal: 5 days.

Amended pages: March 2025

This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.