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Vetprofen

Key Features: NSAID inhibits COX-2 to reduce pain, inflammation and fever Treats osteoarthritis in dogs and can be used to relieve postsurgical pain in certain instances Caplets allow for easy, once-daily dosing FDA approved

Uses for Vetprofen Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, or NSAID For reducing pain and inflammation in dogs with osteoarthritis Not for dogs with known hypersensitivity to carprofen or known to experience allergic reactions to aspirin or other NSAIDs For dogs only; Vetprofen should not be given to cats

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Conditions For the relief of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis in dogs For controlling postoperative pain associated with soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries Not for dogs with known hypersensitivity to carprofen or known to experience allergic reactions to aspirin or other NSAIDs For dogs only; Vetprofen should not be given to cats Please Note: EntirelyPets.com does not carry Vetprofen. The content on this page is for information and education purposes only. Consult with your Veterinarian for more information on Vetprofen.

Dosing Follow the directions given by your veterinarian to determine the appropriate dosage Use the lowest recommended dosage consistent with individual response Recommended dosage for oral administration to dogs is 2 mg/lb of body weight daily Total daily dose may be administered as mg/lb of body weight daily or divided into two doses For control of post-operative pain, administer dose approximately 2 hours before the procedure Please Note: EntirelyPets.com does not carry Vetprofen. The content on this page is for information and education purposes only. Consult with your Veterinarian for more information on Vetprofen.

Administration Give Vetprofen to your dog as directed by your veterinarian Vetprofen should be administered orally and may be given with or without food Always provide client information sheet with prescription and carefully consider benefits and potential risks of Vetprofen and other medications before beginning treatment Please Note: EntirelyPets.com does not carry Vetprofen. The content on this page is for information and education purposes only. Consult with your Veterinarian for more information on Vetprofen.

Side Effects As with all NSAIDs, side effects can occur with or without warning and in rare cases prove fatal, look for the following side effects that may relate to issues with the stomach, liver, or kidney: Vomiting, jaundice, or changes in : appetite, bowel movements, behavior, drinking habits, urination habits (frequency, color or smell), or skin (redness, scabs, or scratching) Contact your veterinarian immediately if you think your dog is experiencing side effects from Vetprofen

Please Note: EntirelyPets.com does not carry Vetprofen. The content on this page is for information and education purposes only. Consult with your Veterinarian for more information on Vetprofen.