Rimadyl 75mg (Carprofen) 60's

Rimadyl general information

What is Rimadyl used for?

Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg are a medication used for dogs to treat and manage the pain and inflammation that can be caused by osteoarthritis. Many dogs suffer from osteoarthritis, particularly as they age. Osteoarthritis is caused by wear and tear of the joints and can cause pain, swelling and stiffness, particularly in the legs, hips and backbone, which can restrict your dog’s activity and cause lameness. Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg can help relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis and improve your dog’s mobility. Rimadyl chewables are also used to reduce pain following orthopaedic and soft tissue surgery in dogs. Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg are intended for use for dogs only and should not be given to cats or other pets.

How does Rimadyl work?

Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg contain carprofen a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) belonging to the propionic acid class that has anti-inflammatory, analgesic (pain relief) and antipyretic (reduces fever) properties. NSAIDs inhibit the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzyme responsible for the production of chemicals called prostaglandins, which are mediators of a variety of cellular processes as well as inflammation. There are two COX enzymes, COX-1 which is needed for normal cell functions and COX-2 which is involved in the inflammatory process. Carprofen in Rimadyl chewables acts specifically on the inhibition of COX-2 resulting in anti-inflammatory activity which relieves the pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints caused by osteoarthritis.

What does Rimadyl contain?

Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg contain the active ingredient carprofen a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat osteoarthritis in dogs.

What doses of Rimadyl are available?

Rimadyl chewable tablets are available from Inhouse Pharmacy in 3 doses:

• 25mg chewable tablets in packets of 60 tablets
• 75mg chewable tablets in packets of 14 tablets
• 100mg chewable tablets in packets of 60 tablets

Treating osteoarthritis in dogs with Rimadyl

Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg contain carprofen a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat dogs to help manage the pain and inflammation caused by osteoarthritis. Many dogs suffer from osteoarthritis, particularly as they age. Osteoarthritis is caused by wear and tear of the joints, particularly in the legs, hips and backbone, which can restrict your dog’s activity and cause lameness. Carprofen in Rimadyl chewables specifically inhibits the COX-2 enzyme responsible for the production of chemicals called prostaglandins, which are mediators of inflammation. The anti-inflammatory activity of Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg relieves the pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints caused by osteoarthritis.

What are the side effects of Rimadyl?

The most commonly reported side effects in dogs when given Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg include: gastrointestinal problems; vomiting, diarrhoea and loss of appetite, lethargy and behavioural changes. If you observe signs of intolerance to chewable Rimadyl tablets 75mg in your dog you should stop giving them Rimadyl chewables and seek help from your vet.

When should Rimadyl not be used?

You should not give Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg to your dog if your dog:

• has a sensitivity reaction to carprofen or any other NSAID or any other ingredients in Rimadyl chewables
• is younger than 6 months
• is pregnant or lactating
• has a heart condition, liver or kidney disease or bleeding disorders
• has been given other NSAID medication, corticosteroids, some heart drugs (ACE inhibitors) and some drugs for seizure control

How should Rimadyl be given to your dog?

You should give your dog Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg by mouth, with or without food and according to your vet’s instructions. The recommended dose is 2mg/lb or 4.4mg/kg of body weight daily, which can be given as a single dose once daily or divided and into two doses given as 1mg/lb or 2.2mg/kg twice daily. Rimadyl chewables will help relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis in your dog and you should see signs of improvement within a few days. However Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg will not cure your dog’s osteoarthritis, so you should continue to give them to your dog for as long as recommended by your vet.

How long should you give Rimadyl to your dog?

Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg will help relieve symptoms of osteoarthritis in your dog and you should see signs of improvement within a few days, Rimadyl chewables will not cure your dog’s osteoarthritis, so you should continue to give them to your dog for as long as recommended by your vet.

Missed dose of Rimadyl

If you forget to give a dose of Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg to your dog, administer it as soon as you remember, unless it is time to give the next dose, then skip the missed dose. Do not give your dog a double dose.

How should Rimadyl be stored?

You should store your dog’s Rimadyl chewable tablets 75mg below 25°C in a cool dry place and protect from light.