Is it a preferred protocol to administer Metacam in the oral form after a meal due to the potential for general G.I. upset?
No, it does not matter. Metacam Oral Suspension can be administered either directly onto the food or into the mouth. For dogs less than 5 pounds, the dosing is direct from the bottle onto the food. The tip of the bottle has been designed and calibrated to deliver one drop per lb. A 4 lb. dog would receive 4 drops onto the food. If given directly into the mouth, it is not a requirement to provide food with the treatment.
