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"html": "<div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Product</span> </div><div>Equioxx® Tablets</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Product Information</span></div><div>Equioxx® Tablets are the only coxib non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) tablets approved by the FDA for use in horses.</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">For</span></div><div>Horses</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Generic Name</span></div><div>Firocoxib</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Brand Names</span></div><div>Equioxx®, Previcox®</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Drug Class</span></div><div>Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Agent (NSAID), COX-2 Inhibitor</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Product Flavoring</span></div><div>Equioxx® Tablets are hickory smoke flavored.</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Manufacturer</span></div><div>Boehringer Ingelheim</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Product Description & Form</span></div><div><span style=\"text-decoration-line: underline; font-style: italic;\">Equioxx® 57 mg Tablets 60 ct & 180 ct</span>: 10 mm, brown (tan/beige), round tablet, scored in half, imprinted with M;57. (NDC 00010-3309-01, 00010-3309-02)</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Benefits</span></div><ul><li>Each dose controls pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in horses for up to 24 hours</li><li>Coxib class NSAIDs have a decreased potential for risks commonly associated with nonselective NSAIDS such as phenylbutazone</li><li>Can be given with or without food</li></ul><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Active Ingredients</span></div><div>Firocoxib</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Usage</span></div><div>Equioxx® Tablets should be given to your horse as directed by your veterinarian. </div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Missed Doses</span></div><div>Give the dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose, and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give 2 doses at once.</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Side Effects</span></div><div>Side effects may include some mild stomach upset, ulcers or sores on tongue or in mouth, sores or lesions on facial skin or lips, diarrhea, decreased appetite, and/or drowsiness. Notify your veterinarian if side effects appear and remain troublesome. </div><div>Other side effects may occur. If you notice anything unusual, contact your veterinarian.</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Drug & Food Interactions</span></div><div>The following drugs can potentially interact with firocoxib: nsaids such as phenylbutazone or bute, flunixin, aspirin, ACE inhibitors, corticosteroids, digoxin, fluconazole, furosemide, sulfonamides, oral anticoagulants, and methotrexate. Contact your veterinarian if your horse experiences any unusual reactions when different medications are given together.</div><div>Make sure to tell your veterinarian what other medication you are giving to your horse. Quite often your veterinarian may prescribe two different medications, even if a drug interaction may occur. In this case, your veterinarian may vary the dose and/or monitor your horse more closely. </div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Cautions</span></div><div>Safe use in horses less than 1 year of age, horses used for breeding, or in pregnant or lactating mares has not been evaluated. Keep out of reach of children. </div><div>Be sure to inform VetSource and your veterinarian if your horse has any known drug sensitivities or allergies. Allergic reactions to medications may occur. Adverse reactions may include erosions and ulcers of the gums, tongue, lips & face, weight loss, colic, diarrhea, or icterus. If your horse displays symptoms of an allergic reaction discontinue NSAID therapy and call your veterinarian immediately or go to a veterinary emergency clinic. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: swollen lips, tongue, face, airways; difficulty breathing; agitation; profuse salivation; widespread hives and itching.</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Adverse Reactions</span></div><div>If you are concerned that your pet has experienced an adverse reaction to this medication, please contact the manufacturer Boehringer Ingelheim at 888-637-4251 or Vetsource customer service at 877-738-4443.</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Storage</span><span style=\"white-space:pre\">\t\t</span></div><div>Store at 59°F to 86°F in controlled room temperature, brief excursions permitted up to 104°F. Keep this medicine out of reach of children. Store in a childproof container. Store this medicine in a cool, dry place at room temperature. Store away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not store this medicine in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink or in damp places. The medicine may break down if exposed to heat or moisture.</div><div><span style=\"font-weight: bold;\">Sourced directly from the manufacturer or their approved distributor. Guaranteed genuine product backed by the manufacturer.</span></div>"
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