NSAID: Flunixin Meglumine

Question 1

What animals are Flunixin Meglumine used in?

Answer 1

horses

Question 2

What are the forms of Flunixin Meglumine? (3)

Answer 2

1. injectable
2. paste
3. granules

Question 3

What are the general characteristics for Flunixin Meglumine? (2)

Answer 3

1. has potent analgesic properties

2. used to relieve severe pain in horses (colic)

Question 4

What are the adverse effects of Flunixin Meglumine? (2)

Answer 4

1. GI ulceration

2. 3-4 days of use in dogs