Equioxx is a prescription non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) specifically developed to treat the pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in horses. Its active ingredient, firocoxib, works by selectively reducing the production of prostaglandins, the key substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. This targeted action helps horses move more comfortably and improves their overall quality of life. Equioxx is available in convenient tablet and easy-to-administer oral paste formulations to suit different preferences. Key Benefits of Equioxx for Horses: Effective Pain Relief: Provides significant relief from the pain and inflammation of osteoarthritis, improving comfort and mobility. Convenient Once-Daily Dosing: Simple, once-a-day oral administration enhances compliance for horse owners. Long-Lasting Relief: Offers sustained relief from pain and inflammation, contributing to a better quality of life for horses with chronic joint issues. Proven Safety Profile: Extensively studied and shown to be safe when used as directed by a veterinarian. Multiple Formulations Available: Choose between precise tablets and easy-to-administer oral paste. Equioxx must be administered under veterinary supervision. Always follow your veterinarian's specific instructions for the best outcome for your horse's osteoarthritis management. Indications: Equioxx is specifically indicated for the control of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in horses. This targeted NSAID helps alleviate lameness and improve mobility and quality of life in horses suffering from this degenerative joint condition. By inhibiting the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzyme involved in prostaglandin production, Equioxx effectively reduces the underlying causes of pain and inflammation. How Equioxx (Firocoxib) Works: Equioxx contains firocoxib, a selective cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitor. COX-2 is the primary enzyme responsible for producing prostaglandins that mediate inflammation and pain. By selectively inhibiting COX-2, Equioxx effectively reduces prostaglandin production at the site of inflammation, leading to pain relief and reduced inflammation while minimizing impact on COX-1, which produces beneficial prostaglandins that maintain normal bodily functions. This targeted mechanism provides effective relief for osteoarthritis in horses, allowing for more comfortable movement and an improved quality of life. Specifications: Equioxx Tablets: Type: Tablet Available Strengths: 57 mg, 227 mg Administration: Orally, once daily with or without food Packaging: Available in bottles of tablets Equioxx Oral Paste: Type: Oral paste Available Strength: 6.93 gm syringe (57 mg/gm) Administration: Orally, once daily with or without food Packaging: Available in syringes Brand: Equioxx Generic Name: Firocoxib Indicated for: Pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in horses Manufacturer: Merial, now part of Boehringer Ingelheim Prescription Required: Yes, prescription-only medication. Must be prescribed by a veterinarian. Storage: Store at room temperature, away from moisture and heat View Equioxx Oral Paste Drug Facts Sheet (PDF) View Equioxx Tablets Drug Facts Sheet (PDF)