[Observations on the side effects after application of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents in dogs]

This review describes with some examples possible side-effects after oral treatment with the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug meloxicam in dogs. Adverse effects include gastrointestinal and renal irritation such as nausea, vomiting and hemorrhagic gastroenteropathy. Therefore in case of long-term administration a dose reduction of 50 percent (single dose of 0.2 mg/kg followed by 0.1 mg/kg once daily) is recommended in dogs with chronic locomotor disorders.