Description
Intas Melonex Oral Suspension (also searched as Melonex syrup or Melonex drops) contains meloxicam 1.5 mg/ml, a vet-prescribed medicine that eases pain, inflammation, and stiffness in dogs. It is commonly used for arthritis, joint pain, sprains, and recovery after surgery, and vets also prescribe it for cats in specific cases, with strict care. The 10ml bottle comes with easy liquid dosing. It is a prescription medicine: order here and the Supertails vet will call you in 10 minutes to verify.
Your Pet’s Medicine at a Glance
Medicine
Intas Melonex (Meloxicam) Oral Suspension, 1.5 mg/ml
Used for
Pain, inflammation and stiffness (arthritis, joint pain, sprains, post-surgery pain)
Form
Liquid syrup (oral suspension)
Pack size
10 ml bottle
Species
Dogs. Cats only when a vet prescribes it
Prescription
Required
Uses of This Medicine in Pets
Vets prescribe Melonex oral suspension to manage:
Arthritis and osteoarthritis: stiff joints, trouble climbing stairs or getting up. See our pharmacy arthritis range.
Joint and muscle pain: limping after exercise, sprains and soft tissue injuries.
Pain after surgery: spay, neuter, orthopaedic and dental procedures.
Fever linked to inflammation: only when a vet has found the cause.
Is Melonex a painkiller? Is it for fever?
Melonex is an NSAID, a pain and inflammation reliever, and yes it can also bring down fever. It does not treat the cause, so a vet should check why your pet is in pain or running a temperature first. Read about the signs of fever in dogs. Browse more dog pain relief medicines.
Benefits for Your Pet
Helps a sore, stiff dog move, rest and sleep more comfortably
Liquid form lets you match the dose to your dog’s exact weight
Once-a-day dosing after the first day
Trusted Indian brand (Intas) with prescription check and delivery in one place
How to Give This Medicine to Your Pet
Melonex syrup dose for dogs is based on body weight. The usual vet-prescribed schedule is 0.2 mg/kg on the first day, then 0.1 mg/kg once a day. With the 1.5 mg/ml syrup that works out to the amounts below. Your vet confirms the dose and the number of days for your dog.
Dog’s weight
Day 1 (ml)
Day 2 onwards, once a day (ml)
5 kg
0.7 ml
0.3 ml
10 kg
1.3 ml
0.7 ml
15 kg
2.0 ml
1.0 ml
20 kg
2.7 ml
1.3 ml
25 kg
3.3 ml
1.7 ml
30 kg
4.0 ml
2.0 ml
Use the syringe or measure that comes with the bottle. Do not use a kitchen spoon. Round to the nearest marking on the syringe and ask your vet for in-between weights.
With food: give with or just after a meal to be gentler on the stomach.
Shake well: shake the bottle every time before measuring.
Same time daily: pick one time of day and keep it.
How long: give it only for the days your vet set. Do not extend a course by yourself.
If your dog vomits within an hour: do not repeat the dose. Note the time and call your vet.
Water: keep fresh water available throughout treatment.
Melonex syrup for cats
Cats are far more sensitive to NSAIDs than dogs, and repeated dosing can cause serious kidney damage. Never use the dog dose for a cat. Use it for a cat only if a vet has prescribed it, at the exact dose, for the exact number of days they set. If your cat is in pain, see our cat pain medicine range and the guide to fever in cats, and speak to a vet first.
What Should You Do If You Miss a Dose?
Give the missed dose when you remember, unless it is close to the next dose.
If the next dose is almost due, skip the missed one and carry on.
Never give a double dose to catch up.
If several doses were missed, call your vet before restarting.
How This Medicine Works
Meloxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It lowers the body chemicals that cause pain, swelling and fever, so a sore joint or surgical wound feels better. It is the same molecule as Metacam. It relieves symptoms and does not cure the underlying problem, and it is not an antibiotic.
Side Effects in Pets
Most common: less appetite, vomiting, loose stools.
Call your vet the same day for: black or bloody stools, repeated vomiting, unusual tiredness, increased thirst or urination, yellow gums or eyes.
Allergic reaction: facial swelling, hives or breathing trouble need emergency care.
Overdose: if you think too much was given, call your vet or an emergency clinic straight away and carry the bottle.
Safety Advice
Dogs with kidney, liver or heart disease, or stomach ulcers: tell your vet before starting.
Pregnant or nursing dogs and puppies under 6 weeks: do not use unless a vet advises it.
Other NSAIDs and steroids: never give with Melonex. Your vet will tell you how long to wait between them.
Dehydrated or very old dogs: need extra monitoring.
Cats: only on a vet prescription (see above).
Birds, rabbits and other pets: doses are very different from a dog dose. Use only on advice from an exotic or avian vet.
Humans: keep out of reach of children. For animal use only.
Storage: keep in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. In Indian heat and monsoon humidity, close the cap tightly after every use.
Quick Tips for Pet Parents
Weigh your dog before you order
Give with food, same time daily
Note each dose on your phone
Watch stool and appetite for 3 days
Never share a dog’s medicine with a cat
Medicine Fact Box
Species
Dogs (cats on vet prescription only)
Active ingredient
Meloxicam 1.5 mg/ml
Form
Oral suspension (syrup)
Pack size
10 ml bottle
Brand/manufacturer
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Ahmedabad
Storage
Cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight
Prescription status
Prescription required
Melonex Alternatives for Dogs
If your vet suggests a different form or brand, these are common options. Use only what your vet prescribes. See the full joint and pain medicine range.
Intas Melonex Tablet (Meloxicam): the same medicine as a tablet, for dogs that take tablets more easily.
Azista Meloxista Oral Suspension: another meloxicam syrup brand.
Corise Zeronac M Oral Suspension: a meloxicam syrup option.
Alembic Succedal (Carprofen) Chew Tablets: a different NSAID that a vet may choose instead.
When to Contact a Veterinarian
Call your vet right away for black or bloody stool, blood in vomit, repeated vomiting, collapse, yellow gums, sudden changes in thirst or urination, facial swelling, or if your pet has had more than the prescribed dose. Not sure? Visit a Supertails Clinic.
Why Buy From Supertails
Genuine Intas stock from authorised channels
Prescription verified online: the Supertails vet calls you in 10 minutes
Free shipping above ₹699
24-hour delivery in 24 cities
Prescription medicines are non-returnable and non-exchangeable
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Upload your vet’s prescription and order Melonex syrup today, or talk to a Supertails vet first if you are unsure. Genuine stock, quick delivery.
Related Reads
• 5 Reasons Your Dog Should Take a Joint Supplement
• Understanding Hip Dysplasia in Dogs
• Dog joint care range
• Cat joint care range
• Joint supplements
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melonex syrup used for?
Melonex syrup, or Melonex oral suspension, is a vet-prescribed pain and anti-inflammatory medicine. It is used for arthritis, joint pain, sprains and pain after surgery.
Are Melonex drops and Melonex syrup the same?
Yes. People call it syrup, drops or oral suspension. This listing is the 10ml Melonex oral suspension with meloxicam 1.5 mg/ml.
What is the Melonex syrup dose for dogs per kg?
The usual schedule is 0.2 mg/kg on day 1, then 0.1 mg/kg once daily. With 1.5 mg/ml syrup, that is about 0.13 ml per kg on day 1 and 0.07 ml per kg after that. Your vet confirms the dose and duration.
Can I give Melonex to my cat?
Only if a vet has prescribed it for that cat. Cats are very sensitive to NSAIDs and the wrong dose can damage the kidneys. Never use a dog’s dose.
Is Melonex a painkiller? Can it be used for fever?
It is an NSAID that reduces pain, inflammation and fever. Fever and pain need a proper diagnosis, so use it only after a vet has examined your pet.
How do I give Melonex syrup to my dog?
Shake the bottle, measure with the syringe, and give with or after food at the same time every day. Give it only for the days your vet set.
Is Melonex the same as Metacam?
Both contain meloxicam. Metacam is an international brand and Melonex is an Intas brand sold in India. Your vet picks the one for your dog.
Can Melonex be given to birds or other small pets?
Vets sometimes use meloxicam in birds and small animals, but the dose is very different from a dog’s. Do not use a dog dose. Ask an exotic or avian vet.
What are the side effects of Melonex?
Most often a mild stomach upset such as less appetite, vomiting or loose stools. Black stool, blood, repeated vomiting or unusual tiredness need a vet the same day.
How much does Melonex oral suspension cost?
Check the live price on this page. The 10ml bottle is the pack size listed.
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