Onsior® (robenacoxib) for Cats

ONSIOR®(robenacoxib) is a prescription non-narcotic, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) of the coxib class. ONSIOR® (robenacoxib) is for the control of postoperative pain and inflammation associated with orthopedic surgery (declaw), ovariohysterectomy (spay) and castration (neuter) in cats greater than or equal to 5.5 pounds (2.5 kg) and greater than or equal to 4 months of age; for a maximum of three days. Do not use in cats less than 5.5 lbs. 

Your cat may have received one or more doses of ONSIOR® tablets or injection in the hospital. Your cat should not receive more than one dose a day, for a maximum of three total doses. Follow the instructions given to you by your veterinarian. 

ONSIOR® may help your cat to recover more comfortably by controlling postoperative pain and inflammation following orthopedic (declaw), ovariohysterectomy (spay) or castration surgery (neuter). 

* Control of postoperative pain and inflammation may vary from cat to cat. 

* Administer ONSIOR® tablets according to your veterinarian’s directions, for a maximum of three days. 

* Consult your veterinarian if your cat appears to be uncomfortable. 

Your cat should not be given ONSIOR® if s/he: 

* Has had an allergic reaction to robenacoxib, the active ingredient in ONSIOR® for cats 

* Has had an allergic reaction (such as hives, facial swelling, or red or itchy skin) to aspirin or other NSAIDs 

* Is less than 5.5 lbs or less than 4 months of age 

* Has a loss of appetite/decreased appetite 

* Has bloody stool or vomit 

* Is presently taking aspirin, other NSAIDs or corticosteroids 

* Has a preexisting kidney or liver condition 

* Has any condition predisposing to dehydration 

ONSIOR® tablets may cause some side effects in individual cats. These are normally mild, but serious side effects have been reported in cats taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including ONSIOR® tablets. Serious side effects can result in death. It is important to stop the medication and contact your veterinarian immediately if you think your cat may have a medical problem or side effect while on ONSIOR® tablets. If you have additional questions about possible side effects, talk with your veterinarian or call Elanco US Inc. at 1-888-545-5973.  

Look for the following side effects that may indicate that your cat is having a problem: 

* Decrease in appetite 

* Vomiting 

* Change in bowel movements such as diarrhea or change in stool color 

* Change in drinking or urination 

* Change in behavior, such as depression or restlessness 

If any of the above signs are noticed in your cat, stop administering ONSIOR® tablets and call your veterinarian.  

ONSIOR® tablets should not be given with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: NSAIDs (i.e., aspirin, meloxicam) or corticosteroids (i.e., prednisone). 

Always tell your veterinarian about all medications that you have given your cat in the past, and any medications that you are planning to give with ONSIOR® tablets. 

Contact your veterinarian immediately if your cat eats more than the prescribed amount of ONSIOR® tablets. 

As with all prescribed medications, ONSIOR® tablets should only be given to the cat for which they are prescribed. They should be given to your cat only for the condition for which they were prescribed, at the prescribed dose, as directed by your veterinarian.