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Carprofen Flavored Tablet (Generic) Rx
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Product Description
Carprofen Flavored Tablets are used to treat pain and inflammation from conditions such as arthritis and other joint diseases including hip dysplasia. It is also used to reduce fever. The usual Carprofen dosage for dogs is 1mg/pound by mouth every 12 hours.
*Sold per Flavored Tablet in strengths of 25 mg, 75 mg or 100 mg
*Generic medications may vary from one order to the next by size, color and shape depending on manufacturer. Customers may receive the same drug under the names of various manufacturers or generic brands. Common Brand Name(s), "Carprovet, Vetprofen, Novox, Carprieve, Rimadyl, Quellin".
What is Carprofen Flavored Tablet (Generic)?
Carprofen Flavored Tablets are prescribed as a pain reliever to reduce inflammation caused by surgery, injury, or osteoarthritis. It may also used to reduce fever.
Who is Carprofen Flavored Tablet (Generic) for?
For use on Dogs only. Do NOT use on Cats.
Why use Carprofen Flavored Tablet (Generic)?
-Reduces inflammation caused by surgery, injury, or osteoarthritis in dogs
-May also be used to reduce fever in dogs
-For dogs with arthritis this medication may help increase mobility and activity levels
How does Carprofen Flavored Tablet (Generic) work?
The mechanism of action of carprofen, like that of other NSAIDs, is believed to be associated with the inhibition of cyclooxygenase activity.
Manufacturer:
Generic medications may vary from one order to the next by size, color and shape depending on manufacturer. Customers may receive the same drug under the names of various manufacturers or generic brands. Common Brand Name(s), ‘Carprovet, Vetprofen, Novox, Carprieve, Rimadyl, Quellin’.
Active Ingredients(s):
Carprofen
How is Carprofen Flavored Tablet (Generic) sold?
Sold per Flavored Tablet in strengths of 25 mg, 75 mg or 100 mg
What are the side effects of Carprofen Flavored Tablet (Generic)?
Carprofen, like other drugs of its class, is not free from adverse reactions. Owners should be advised of the potential for adverse reactions and be informed of the clinical signs associated with drug intolerance. Adverse reactions may include decreased appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, dark or tarry stools, increased water consumption, increased urination, pale gums due to anemia, yellowing of gums, skin or white of the eye due to jaundice, lethargy, incoordination, seizure, or behavioral changes.
What special precautions are there?
Keep away from children. For use on dogs only. Do NOT use on cats. Carprofen should not be used in dogs exhibiting previous hypersensitivity to carprofen.
What to do if overdose?
Contact your nearest emergency animal hospital .
How can I store Carprofen Flavored Tablet (Generic)?
Keep in a cool/dry place.
Helpful Tips:
All dogs should undergo a thorough history and physical examination before initiation of NSAID therapy. Appropriate laboratory tests to establish hematological and serum biochemical baseline data prior to, and periodically during, administration of any NSAID should be considered.
Overview
Use as directed by your Veterinarian
Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration consistent with individual response. The recommended dosage for oral administration to dogs is 2 mg/lb (4.4 mg/kg) of body weight daily. The total daily dose may be administered as 2 mg/lb of body weight once daily or divided and administered as 1 mg/lb (2.2 mg/kg) twice daily. For the control of postoperative pain, administer approximately 2 hours before the procedure.
Main Ingredients
Carprofen
