Rimadyl palatable tablets for dogs

Rimadyl Palatable Tablets for Dogs 20–100mg

PRESCRIPTION NEEDED (Pom-V)

What Rimadyl Palatable Tablets for Dogs Are For

Rimadyl palatable tablets for dogs help manage pain and inflammation. Vets commonly choose them for:

• Long-term control of pain linked to osteoarthritis

• Short-term relief of pain and swelling after soft tissue or orthopaedic surgery

By reducing inflammation, Rimadyl can help dogs move more freely, rest more comfortably and enjoy a better quality of life.

Available Strengths on This Product Page

On this page you can select the strength your vet has prescribed:

• Rimadyl palatable tablets for dogs 20mg

• Rimadyl palatable tablets for dogs 50mg

• Rimadyl palatable tablets for dogs 100mg

Your vet will:

• Work out the correct daily dose in mg per kg

• Choose the most suitable tablet strength or combination

• Advise how long your dog should stay on Rimadyl

Always order the exact strength that appears on your dog’s prescription.

How Rimadyl Helps Your Dog

Rimadyl palatable tablets for dogs contain carprofen, an NSAID. Carprofen reduces the production of substances in the body that trigger pain and inflammation.

With pain better controlled, dogs often:

• Find it easier to get up and lie down

• Walk and exercise more comfortably, within sensible limits

• Show less stiffness after resting

• Sleep more soundly because they feel less sore

Rimadyl does not cure arthritis or joint changes. Instead, it helps manage the pain that these conditions cause. Vets usually combine Rimadyl with other measures such as weight control, joint-friendly exercise and home adjustments.

How to Give Rimadyl Palatable Tablets for Dogs

Always follow your vet’s instructions and the label on the pack. General guidance includes:

• Give the number of tablets your vet has prescribed, at the stated times.

• Many dogs will take the flavoured tablets from the hand like a treat.

• You can also give them with a small amount of food if your vet agrees.

• Make sure your dog swallows the full dose each time.

• Try to give the dose at the same time each day to keep pain control steady.

Do not change the dose, dosing interval or length of the course without speaking to your vet. If you miss a dose or are unsure whether your dog received it, ask your vet for advice rather than guessing.

Long-Term Joint and Pain Management

Rimadyl palatable tablets for dogs usually sit within a wider management plan. Your vet may also suggest:

• Weight management
  Keeping your dog slim reduces strain on sore joints.

• Controlled exercise
  Regular, gentle walks instead of sudden bursts of high activity.

• Supportive home changes
  Soft bedding, ramps or steps, and non-slip flooring can all help.

• Joint support diets or supplements
  Some dogs benefit from specific diets or added joint-support nutrients.

Regular check-ups allow your vet to monitor your dog’s comfort, mobility and general health and to adjust the plan if needed.

Safety Information

Rimadyl palatable tablets for dogs are a POM-V medicine. They must only be used:

• For dogs, not for cats or other species

• For the dog named on the prescription

• Under direct veterinary supervision

Important safety points:

• Tell your vet about any other medicines or supplements your dog receives, especially other NSAIDs or steroids.

• Let your vet know if your dog has, or has had, stomach ulcers, bleeding problems, kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease or any long-term illness.

• Stop Rimadyl and contact your vet immediately if you notice vomiting, diarrhoea, black or bloody stools, loss of appetite, marked tiredness, increased drinking or any sudden change in behaviour.

Keep Rimadyl palatable tablets for dogs in the original packaging, out of sight and reach of children and other animals. Store them as directed on the label and do not use them after the expiry date. Return any unused or expired tablets to your vet or pharmacist for safe disposal.

Used exactly as your vet advises, Rimadyl palatable tablets for dogs can play a key role in managing pain and inflammation, helping your dog stay more comfortable and active day to day.

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