Onsior 20mg 120 tablets – anti-inflammatory for dogs

Onsior 20 mg 120 tablets is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) containing robenacoxib in 20 mg tablets for dogs, in a pack of 120 units. It acts selectively on the COX-2 enzyme.

What is it for

The manufacturer indicates it for the pain and inflammation of chronic osteoarthritis and for acute pain associated with musculoskeletal disorders in dogs. By inhibiting COX-2 while sparing COX-1, it protects gastrointestinal and renal function as much as possible. The effect begins within 30 minutes.

How it is used

Administer orally, once a day at the same time, at 1 mg per kg, within the range of 1 to 2 mg per kg. The manufacturer recommends taking it approximately 30 minutes after a meal. Based on weight ranges, the 20 mg tablet is suitable for dogs weighing 10 to less than 20 kg.

Composition and presentation

Robenacoxib 20 mg per tablet, flavored and available by voluntary administration. The oral range includes 10, 20, and 40 mg presentations. The 120-tablet pack provides a 120-day supply at one tablet per day.

Side Effects and Precautions

Do not use in dogs with gastrointestinal ulcers, liver or kidney failure, pregnant or lactating dogs, dogs weighing less than 2,5 kg, or dogs under 3 months old. For prolonged treatment, liver enzyme tests should be performed at the start of treatment and at 2, 4, and 8 weeks, and then every 3 to 6 months. Wash your hands after handling; pregnant dogs should avoid prolonged exposure. Consult your veterinarian for the exact dosage and follow-up schedule.

FAQ

Which dogs is it suitable for?

For dogs requiring sustained joint pain management, always with prior diagnosis. The 20 mg tablet corresponds, according to weight ranges, to dogs weighing 10 to less than 20 kg. The 120 mg pack allows for extended treatment.

When is improvement noticeable?

The analgesic effect begins within 30 minutes, and clinical improvement is usually seen within the first week of treatment. Long-term dosage is adjusted to the lowest effective dose, always following the manufacturer's recommended regimen of 1 to 2 mg per kg.

What controls are required for prolonged use?

Liver enzyme tests should be performed at baseline and at 2, 4, and 8 weeks, and then every 3 to 6 months for the duration of treatment. The 120-tablet pack provides a 120-day supply at one tablet per day.

Who should not take it?

Dogs with gastrointestinal ulcers, liver or kidney failure, pregnant or lactating dogs, dogs weighing less than 2,5 kg, or dogs under 3 months old should not be given this product. People handling it should wash their hands, and pregnant women should avoid prolonged exposure.

Is it given with food?

The manufacturer recommends taking it approximately 30 minutes before or after a meal, once a day at the same time. It is a flavored tablet, taken voluntarily, at a dosage of 1 mg per kg within the manufacturer's recommended range of 1 to 2 mg per kg.