Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs 1×50 are prescription heart tablets for dogs. They contain pimobendan to help the heart pump more effectively and to support better circulation in cases of congestive heart failure.
The palatable chewable format makes Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs easier to give, and tablets are scored so your vet can adjust the dose for your dog’s weight. Always use exactly as your vet prescribes.
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About Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs
Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs contain the active ingredient pimobendan. Vets use this medicine to manage congestive heart failure in dogs. Heart failure often develops due to valve disease or dilated cardiomyopathy in certain breeds.
Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs do not cure the underlying heart problem. Instead, they form part of a long-term management plan that aims to improve comfort, activity levels and overall quality of life.
When vets prescribe Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs
Your vet may prescribe Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs when your dog has:
Confirmed congestive heart failure
Heart disease linked to degenerative valve disease
Dilated cardiomyopathy, in line with current guidelines
Vets often use Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs together with other heart medicines, such as diuretics, ACE inhibitors or anti-arrhythmic drugs. The exact plan depends on your dog’s diagnosis and response to treatment.
How Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs works
Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs work in two main ways:
They help the heart muscle contract more strongly, so each beat pumps blood more effectively.
They cause certain blood vessels to relax and widen, which reduces resistance to blood flow.
These actions reduce the workload on the heart while supporting good circulation. Many dogs then find it easier to breathe, move and exercise at a gentle level. Your vet will advise what is realistic for your dog.
How to give Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs
Always follow the dose and schedule set by your vet. General guidance:
Give Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs at the times written on the label.
Many dogs receive the dose twice daily, roughly 12 hours apart.
Vets often advise giving Vetmedin on an empty stomach, usually about one hour before food.
The tablets are flavoured. Most dogs will take Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs from the hand.
If needed, you may hide a tablet in a small treat, but only if your vet agrees.
If you forget a dose, give the next one at the usual time and contact your vet for advice. Do not double the dose unless your vet tells you to.
Monitoring your dog on Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs
Dogs on Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs need regular check-ups. Your vet may:
Listen to the heart and lungs
Check weight, breathing rate and pulse
Ask about any coughing, fainting, tiredness or behaviour changes
Adjust the dose or add other medicines if needed
Watch your dog at home and keep a note of any changes. Contact your vet promptly if you notice:
Reduced appetite, vomiting or diarrhoea
More coughing or breathing effort
Weakness, collapse or sudden restlessness
Any new or worrying signs
Prompt feedback helps your vet fine-tune treatment with Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs.
Safety, storage and handling
Key safety points for Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs:
This is a POM-V medicine. Use it only for the dog named on the prescription.
Keep Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs out of reach of children and other animals.
Pregnant people should avoid long-term handling of the tablets.
Wash your hands after giving each dose.
Store Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs as directed on the pack:
Keep tablets in the original packaging until use.
Protect from moisture and excessive heat.
Do not use after the printed expiry date.
Return any unused or expired Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs 1×50 to your vet or pharmacist for safe disposal. Do not throw veterinary medicines into household waste or drains.
Used exactly as prescribed, Vetmedin Chew 5 mg Chewable Tablets for Dogs 1×50 can play a key role in managing heart failure and helping your dog enjoy a more comfortable, active life.
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