Equioxx (Firocoxib) Dose for Horses: Strengths & Dose Calculator
Equioxx tablets are firocoxib 57 mg for horses from Boehringer Ingelheim, for the pain and inflammation of osteoarthritis [1]. One tablet once a day covers horses of 800–1300 lb, for up to 14 days [1].
- Contains
- Firocoxib
- Forms
- Equioxx 57 mg tablet
- Label species
- Horses
- Data from
- USA (FDA label)
- Type
- NSAID / pain relief
Equioxx dose calculator
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Equioxx strengths and presentations
| Presentation | Contains | Strength check |
|---|---|---|
| Equioxx 57 mg tablet PO | Firocoxib 57 mg per tablet[1] | Confirmed |
| Body weight | Give |
|---|---|
| 800–1300 lb (362.9–589.7 kg) | 1 tablet once daily |
Equioxx dose by species
The Equioxx label dose is not published online. The doses below are reference doses for firocoxib from the cited sources — not from the Equioxx label.
| Species | Use | Dose | Route | How often | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | Osteoarthritis (Equioxx oral paste dose) Paste dose as stated in the Equioxx tablet label (field studies): 0.045 mg/lb (0.1 mg/kg). Tablets: one 57 mg tablet a day for 800–1300 lb, up to 14 days. | 0.1 mg/kg[1] | PO | Once daily | Reference — firocoxib |
Label directions
Warnings and precautions
About firocoxib (the active ingredient)
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID, coxib — COX-2 selective).
How it works
NSAIDs reduce prostaglandin production by inhibiting the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes [2]. In canine whole-blood assays firocoxib is 384-fold more selective for COX-2 than COX-1, and its elimination half-life of about 8 hours allows once-daily dosing [2].
Key safety points
- Dogs with known hypersensitivity to firocoxib should not receive it (Previcox label) [3].
- The Previcox label warns against doses above 5 mg/kg in puppies under seven months old, and against use together with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids [3].
- Serious adverse reactions to this drug class can occur without warning [3].
- Equioxx is for horses only and must not be used in horses intended for human consumption [1].
Frequently asked questions
What is the Equioxx dose?
One 57 mg tablet a day for horses of 800–1300 lb, for up to 14 days; Equioxx paste is given at 0.1 mg/kg a day [1].
Can Equioxx be given to dogs?
No — it is labelled for horses only, and the tablets must be stored out of reach of dogs [1].
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Equioxx is a trademark of its owner. This page is an independent clinical reference and is not affiliated with Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health. Strengths, species and withdrawal periods can differ between countries — always follow the pack insert in your country.
References
- EQUIOXX (firocoxib) — label
Passage read from this source
oral firocoxib tablet containing 57 mg firocoxib
a single tube of paste (56.7 mg firocoxib)
one 57 mg tablet administered orally to horses weighing 800 – 1300 lbs, once daily for up to 14 days.
when given EQUIOXX Oral Paste at a dose of 0.045 mg/lb (0.1 mg/kg) orally once daily
- Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs in Animals
Passage read from this source
Firocoxib is a coxib-class NSAID approved in the US and EU for the control of pain and inflammation
COX-1:COX-2 ratios from in vitro canine whole blood assays indicate it is 384-fold more selective for COX-2.
The elimination half-life is ~8 hours, allowing dosing at 5 mg/kg per day, PO.
NSAIDs act primarily to reduce the biosynthesis of prostaglandins by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX).
- PREVICOX (firocoxib) chewable tablets — label
Passage read from this source
The recommended dosage of PREVICOX (firocoxib) for oral administration in dogs is 2.27 mg/lb (5.0 mg/kg) body weight
once daily as needed for osteoarthritis
for 3 days as needed for postoperative pain and inflammation associated with soft-tissue and orthopedic surgery.
Dogs with known hypersensitivity to firocoxib should not receive PREVICOX.
For veterinary professionals. Information supports — never replaces — clinical judgement; always check the current product label and local regulations.