• Side effects involving the digestive system, kidneys, or liver may occur. Periodic blood tests may be required.

General Description: Deracoxib is an oral nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used in dogs to control pain and inflammation due to osteoarthritis. While deracoxib is not a cure for osteoarthritis, it can control the pain and inflammation of osteoarthritis and improve your dog's mobility. This medication may be given with or without food, although with food is preferable. Response varies but in most dogs, improvement can be dramatic. Deracoxib is available in 25 mg, 75 mg and 100 mg chewable tablets.

Deracoxib should be given according to your veterinarian’s instructions. Your veterinarian will tell you what amount of deracoxib is right for your dog and for how long it should be given. Do not change the way you give deracoxib tablets to your dog without first speaking with your veterinarian.

Deracoxib should be given by mouth and may be given with or without food, although with food is preferable.

If deracoxib is discontinued or not given as directed by your veterinarian, your dog’s pain and inflammation may return.

While deracoxib is not a cure for osteoarthritis, it can control the pain and inflammation of osteoarthritis and improve your dog's mobility. Response may vary from dog to dog but can be quite dramatic.

Deracoxib tablets may need to be given on a periodic basis for the animal's lifetime. Use the lowest dose to provide adequate relief. Always consult with your veterinarian before altering the dose.