Previcox (Firocoxib) 227mg (60 Tablets)
Active Ingredients: Each tablet contains 227mg firocoxib
Manufacturer: Boehringer Ingelheim
Prescription medicine: This is a prescription medicine. Please ensure that you have read the "Ordering Prescription Medicine" page before ordering this item. We require you to upload your veterinary prescription and post us the original. You will need to send your prescription to
PetPA Pharmacy
Reply Paid 91355
Tweed Heads NSW 2485
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Commonly asked questions about Previcox Tablets:
What are Previcox Tablets?
Previcox contains the drug Firocoxib. Firocoxib is a prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that reduces pain and inflammation.
Why do dogs use Previcox?
Previcox is prescribed for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis or surgery.
What else should I know about Previcox?
Easy-to-give chewable tablet. Store Previcox out of the reach of children and animals. Your veterinarian may ask to schedule follow-up blood tests or exams to check for liver and kidney side effects. These follow-ups are very important.
What problems could my dog have with Previcox?
Previcox may be associated with kidney, stomach, or liver toxicity. Contact your veterinarian if you notice signs such as eating less than normal, vomiting, changes in bowel movements, changes in behaviour or activity levels, incoordination, seizures, aggression, jaundice, changes in drinking, changes in urination. The use of Previcox is cautioned in dehydrated dogs, dogs on diuretic therapy, dogs with existing kidney, hepatic, or heart dysfunction.
How do you use Previcox?
Previcox should not be combined with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids. Previcox should ideally be given with food. Follow your veterinarian's directions.
What is in Previcox?
The drug in Previcox is Firocoxib. Firocoxib is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is a COX-2 inhibitor. COX-2 inhibitors reduce the amount of cyclooxygenase-2, an enzyme responsible in part for pain and inflammation.
Pet Prescription Medications
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- All prescription medication supplied is sourced from Australian veterinary wholesalers and Australian registered pharmacists.
- All prescription medication available is registered with the Australian Government (TGA or APVMA),
- All medication supplied is processed and dispensed by Australian-registered pharmacists.
All prescription medication listed on the Your PetPA website is available for supply on acceptance of your order by the pharmacist and on receipt of the original prescription by the pharmacist. As Your PetPA cannot sell or supply prescription medication and is your agent in facilitating the supply by the pharmacist, the acceptance of your order and sale is by the pharmacist*.
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