NSAIDS Flashcards
1
Q
Why use NSAIDs
A
Good pre-emptive analgesia
Reduced need for opiods
Reduced risk of maladaptive pain
2
Q
Meloxicam
A
COX2
Injectable, oral (dogs and cats) and tablets (dogs)
3
Q
Carprofen
A
COX-2
Anti-inflammatory
Can be used in cats as a one off
4
Q
Aspirin
A
nausea and diarrhoea, stomach and intestinal ulceration, blood clotting dysfunction. CARE IN CATS
5
Q
Previcox
A
Newer COX 2
Tablet
Analgesic for orthopedic and musculoskeletal conditions
