Previcox Chewable Tablets
Previcox (firocoxib) chewables are valued for once‑daily COX‑2 selective activity and a favorable safety profile, offering a balance of targeted anti‑inflammatory effect and competitive pricing versus some newer prescription options. Compared to other chewables on this list, Previcox is often chosen when veterinarians want COX‑2 selectivity with simple daily dosing and predictable pharmacokinetics, while still providing a cost advantage over niche mechanism drugs like EP4 antagonists.
Once-daily dose
Long-lasting relief
Once-daily dose
Long-lasting relief
Review Summary
"Previcox chewables are widely regarded as highly effective, palatable, and well tolerated for long-term arthritis management, with many owners reporting fewer side effects than with older NSAIDs."
Pocket-sized popularity
Firocoxib chewable designed to be COX-2 selective to reduce inflammation with potentially fewer GI effects.
Pocket-sized popularity
Firocoxib chewable designed to be COX-2 selective to reduce inflammation with potentially fewer GI effects.
Time-Saving Convenience
Previcox (firocoxib) chewables are valued for once‑daily COX‑2 selective activity and a favorable safety profile, offering a balance of targeted anti‑inflammatory effect and competitive pricing versus some newer prescription options. Compared to other chewables on this list, Previcox is often chosen when veterinarians want COX‑2 selectivity with simple daily dosing and predictable pharmacokinetics, while still providing a cost advantage over niche mechanism drugs like EP4 antagonists.
Once-daily dose
Long-lasting relief
Pocket-sized popularity
Firocoxib chewable designed to be COX-2 selective to reduce inflammation with potentially fewer GI effects.
Once-daily flavored tablets that simplify chronic dosing for osteoarthritis.
Once-daily dose
Long-lasting relief
Pocket-sized popularity
Firocoxib chewable designed to be COX-2 selective to reduce inflammation with potentially fewer GI effects.
Once-daily flavored tablets that simplify chronic dosing for osteoarthritis.
$60-140 CAD
Metacam Oral Suspension 1.5mg/mL
Metacam is positioned as the market-leading, reference-brand meloxicam oral suspension due to its long record of veterinary clinical use and regulatory approvals; clinics favor it for consistent manufacturing standards and comprehensive pharmacovigilance. While typically priced higher than generics on this list, Metacam’s brand recognition and proven label dosing make it the preferred choice for practices that prioritize predictable supply and documented clinical data over lower-cost alternatives.
Precise dosing
Rapid relief
Precise dosing
Rapid relief
Review Summary
"Metacam is widely praised for reliably reducing pain and inflammation in dogs with good palatability and easy dosing; a minority of users report occasional gastrointestinal upset or reduced appetite. Overall reviewers value its effectiveness and consistent formulation as a veterinary‑prescribed product."
Tail-wag approved
Brand-name meloxicam 1.5 mg/mL formulated specifically for canine use.
Tail-wag approved
Brand-name meloxicam 1.5 mg/mL formulated specifically for canine use.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Metacam is positioned as the market-leading, reference-brand meloxicam oral suspension due to its long record of veterinary clinical use and regulatory approvals; clinics favor it for consistent manufacturing standards and comprehensive pharmacovigilance. While typically priced higher than generics on this list, Metacam’s brand recognition and proven label dosing make it the preferred choice for practices that prioritize predictable supply and documented clinical data over lower-cost alternatives.
Precise dosing
Rapid relief
Tail-wag approved
Brand-name meloxicam 1.5 mg/mL formulated specifically for canine use.
Clinically used for pain and inflammation control in osteoarthritis and post-operative care.
Precise dosing
Rapid relief
Tail-wag approved
Brand-name meloxicam 1.5 mg/mL formulated specifically for canine use.
Clinically used for pain and inflammation control in osteoarthritis and post-operative care.
$45-85 CAD
Metacam 5 mg/mL Solution for Injection
Metacam (meloxicam) holds a best-in-class position because of its long track record in dogs, predictable pharmacology and a well-established safety profile for perioperative and short-term postoperative pain control, making it a financially sensible choice for clinics that value reliability. Compared with the other injectables on this list it offers broad clinical familiarity and typically lower monitoring burden than older nonselective options like ketoprofen (Anafen), though it is less COX-2 selective than firocoxib (Previcox) and robenacoxib (Onsior). Its combination of efficacy, availability and often-competitive pricing versus branded COX-2 agents helps explain its widespread veterinary use for prescription injectable NSAID therapy in dogs.
Rapid relief
Gentle on tummy
Rapid relief
Gentle on tummy
Review Summary
"Metacam injectable is widely reported to provide reliable pain relief and anti-inflammatory effect in dogs with generally good tolerability; some long‑term users caution about gastrointestinal or renal side effects and recommend monitoring."
Vet-favorite wink
Active ingredient meloxicam; widely used NSAID for pain and inflammation in dogs.
Vet-favorite wink
Active ingredient meloxicam; widely used NSAID for pain and inflammation in dogs.
Increased Safety & Security
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Metacam (meloxicam) holds a best-in-class position because of its long track record in dogs, predictable pharmacology and a well-established safety profile for perioperative and short-term postoperative pain control, making it a financially sensible choice for clinics that value reliability. Compared with the other injectables on this list it offers broad clinical familiarity and typically lower monitoring burden than older nonselective options like ketoprofen (Anafen), though it is less COX-2 selective than firocoxib (Previcox) and robenacoxib (Onsior). Its combination of efficacy, availability and often-competitive pricing versus branded COX-2 agents helps explain its widespread veterinary use for prescription injectable NSAID therapy in dogs.
Rapid relief
Gentle on tummy
Vet-favorite wink
Active ingredient meloxicam; widely used NSAID for pain and inflammation in dogs.
Available as a 5 mg/mL injectable for perioperative pain control and osteoarthritis flare management.
Rapid relief
Gentle on tummy
Vet-favorite wink
Active ingredient meloxicam; widely used NSAID for pain and inflammation in dogs.
Available as a 5 mg/mL injectable for perioperative pain control and osteoarthritis flare management.
$40-120 CAD
Rimadyl Chewable Tablets
Rimadyl (carprofen) is a long-established oral NSAID with extensive clinical use and brand recognition, often chosen for its predictable analgesic profile and palatable chewable format that helps with owner compliance compared to topical-only approaches. Against topical Surpass it provides systemic control for multi-joint disease, and versus other chewable competitors it frequently competes on price and generic availability, giving it a favorable financial position for clinics managing chronic osteoarthritis. While systemic by nature, Rimadyl’s large safety database can reduce perceived risk for prescribers when compared to newer agents.
Tasty chew- treaty
Quick relief- zoom
Tasty chew- treaty
Quick relief- zoom
Review Summary
"Rimadyl chewables are frequently praised for fast, consistent pain relief and good palatability, with many long-term users seeing clear improvement despite occasional reports of GI or liver-related side effects."
Mobility boost- bounce
Carprofen chewable tablets commonly used for osteoarthritis and post-operative pain relief
Mobility boost- bounce
Carprofen chewable tablets commonly used for osteoarthritis and post-operative pain relief
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Rimadyl (carprofen) is a long-established oral NSAID with extensive clinical use and brand recognition, often chosen for its predictable analgesic profile and palatable chewable format that helps with owner compliance compared to topical-only approaches. Against topical Surpass it provides systemic control for multi-joint disease, and versus other chewable competitors it frequently competes on price and generic availability, giving it a favorable financial position for clinics managing chronic osteoarthritis. While systemic by nature, Rimadyl’s large safety database can reduce perceived risk for prescribers when compared to newer agents.
Tasty chew- treaty
Quick relief- zoom
Mobility boost- bounce
Carprofen chewable tablets commonly used for osteoarthritis and post-operative pain relief
Available in multiple strengths and palatable flavors to improve administration
Tasty chew- treaty
Quick relief- zoom
Mobility boost- bounce
Carprofen chewable tablets commonly used for osteoarthritis and post-operative pain relief
Available in multiple strengths and palatable flavors to improve administration
$80-200 CAD
Previcox (firocoxib)
Previcox (firocoxib) is a highly COX-2 selective NSAID commonly used for once-daily management of canine osteoarthritis, known for its predictable dosing and favorable long-term safety profile. As a market leader for COX-2–specific therapy, Previcox competes by offering reliable efficacy combined with strong value where generics are available, often undercutting the cost of some branded short-term or perioperative options while maintaining a focused COX-2 benefit.
Fast joint relief
Chewable palatable
Fast joint relief
Chewable palatable
Review Summary
"Previcox (firocoxib) is often rated as well tolerated and effective for long-term osteoarthritis management, with many owners noticing improved mobility and few reported GI problems thanks to its COX-2 selectivity. Reviewers commonly cite good safety and tolerability, making it a frequent choice for chronic use under veterinary guidance."
Stable daily rhythm
Highly COX-2 selective NSAID indicated for osteoarthritis pain control in dogs with once-daily dosing.
Stable daily rhythm
Highly COX-2 selective NSAID indicated for osteoarthritis pain control in dogs with once-daily dosing.
Time-Saving Convenience
Previcox (firocoxib) is a highly COX-2 selective NSAID commonly used for once-daily management of canine osteoarthritis, known for its predictable dosing and favorable long-term safety profile. As a market leader for COX-2–specific therapy, Previcox competes by offering reliable efficacy combined with strong value where generics are available, often undercutting the cost of some branded short-term or perioperative options while maintaining a focused COX-2 benefit.
Fast joint relief
Chewable palatable
Stable daily rhythm
Highly COX-2 selective NSAID indicated for osteoarthritis pain control in dogs with once-daily dosing.
Available in tablet form in multiple strengths for accurate weight-based dosing.
Fast joint relief
Chewable palatable
Stable daily rhythm
Highly COX-2 selective NSAID indicated for osteoarthritis pain control in dogs with once-daily dosing.
Available in tablet form in multiple strengths for accurate weight-based dosing.
$60-150 CAD