Tramadol vs rimadyl for dogs

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Avatar m tn Actually, tramadol (brand name is ultracet) and rimadyl are safe for dogs. I've had dogs on rimadyl for many years due to arthritis and they never had a problem with it. Tramadol was reserved for post-op pain treatment and only for a few days. Can you give us more information on exactly what kind of pain your chow chow has and any other meds that have been tried?
535089 tn?1400673519 Dogs can take Tramadol. Our older Dobe takes it occasionally for his aches and pains. If addiction is your worry, relax. Unless he has opposable thumbs, he will have a hard time getting the cap off the bottle and taking too many. And I don't think he'll be able to write illegal prescriptions or take himself to many different vets to keep his supply going! You will control how much he gets.
Avatar n tn Tramadol is opiate based but considered safe for dogs. My pit was on rimadyl for a year or so, then we switched to metacam which the vet said was a little stronger, then after about 2 years we added the tramadol. Just last week we upped the tramadol as dogs can develop a tolerance just like humans. I have to say, the tramadol has made a huge difference in her continued mobility.
Avatar f tn She seemed to be more mobile when taking the Rimadyl. Not sure if switching her back to the Rimadyl would be better for her or whether her symptoms are more disease related and a change in meds won't change things. The vet has advised to keep her on Prednisone.
Avatar n tn I need some info, my dog was given rimadyl for suspected back pain, then 2 days after being on rimadyl for 6 days, she was given prednisone, I would REALLY like to talk with you about this, if you get this can you PLEASE email me at ***@****
Avatar f tn She was also on Carprofen and Tramadol for arthritis and Denamarin (1 pill daily). Dr took her off Tramadol as her counts went up to alp 588 & alt 1000. She weighs 80lbs. Could I give her both the Denamarin and super milk thistle pills (maybe 1) since by weight she should be on 2 pills. Dr's don't seem to like going natural as it cuts into their profits.
Avatar f tn t give up.....There are other choices for pain control......So your Vet sent you away without anything for your dog? I believe what your Vet is saying is no anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drugs like Rimadyl, Metacam, Previcox, etc. because of the way they are processed & possible side effects.....However, that does NOT mean that your dog cannot have just pain medication! My choice would be "Tramadol", but I'm sure there are others....
Avatar f tn I read somewhere that blackstrap molasses works wonders for arthritis pain in dogs. I also heard of extra virgin coconut oil and apple cider vinegar. I am really tempted to mix all these and give it a try. Has anyone tried these? or are there any other natural remedies? My dog has been on metacam but it doesn't work very well, I can tell she is still in pain. My dad keeps telling us to just put her to sleep so she can rest and not be in pain anymore.
Avatar f tn He was on a special diet from the vet JD dry food, Rimadyl, Tramadol and a special vitamin mixture for his arthritis and tumors (not cancerous but one on his hip that grew to the size of half a soccer ball), I spent over 250.00 a month for over 10 months for Jake's health and comfort. He was 10 when he had a stroke (I pray not caused by the rimadyl - reading the info on it does not make me happy).
Avatar f tn Consider safe, natural vitamin supplements for your dogs arthritis and overall health. Vitamin supplements for dogs like Paaws Dog Vitamins and the Hip & Joint Support, both available at www.drcarol.com are wonderful and would help your dog significantly. I hope this information is helpful. Best Wishes Dr Carol Osborne, DVM I'm sorry to confuse you, but thought you would want to know........
Avatar f tn I never like the idea of Rimadyl for dogs. Carprofen (the active ingredient in Rimadyl), even though deemed safe for dogs, still can cause too many adverse reactions and side effects for my liking. But isn't it a cryin' shame that vets have to be careful what they prescribe for pets because the owners will take it?!?! Sometimes I wonder how the human race has come as far as it has with so many idiots here to carry it on. Sorry for the rant. Some things just tick me off.
Avatar n tn Thanks for your response, my dog is already ten years old, so I'm not sure whether he can get any pet insurance. Unfortunately, my vet only prescribes Rimadyl or acupuncture. She suggested Ascriptin when I pushed her for alternatives, but when that didn't work and she hasn't responded back to my question. I had some Tramadol for him at home and that didn't help him either. Is Medicam safe?
Avatar m tn He will need pain killers specially for dogs, such as Metacam, or Rimadyl or something else perhaps. He will also need his condition fully checked out.
Avatar f tn My dog is a four year old rotti. She was prescribed rimadyl for a tear in a ligament. After 6 days she has had her first seizure. The vet say there is no way rimadyl would do that. They wanted to put her on a seizure medicine that day. I waited to see if and when she would have her next seizure. A month later she had one. It was not nearly as bad and she recovered much more quickly. Could the rimadyl have caused the first seizure?
172023 tn?1334672284 He's on Rimadyl 125mg bid, and Tramadol 50mg bid for now. He doesn't always get these twice a day--it depends on how much pain he seems to be in.
Avatar n tn It is very common for dogs 13 years or so to have degenerative joint disease (arthritis). The parts are just wearing out. The problem can occur anywhere there are joints in the body, which include her spine, hips, knees, ankles, feet, shoulders, elbows, wrists, and even in her tail. Lyme disease can contribute to joint pain and should be checked often and treated if necessary.
Avatar n tn ll need a better anti-inflammatory med from your vet. Rimadyl is old enough to be a cheap and effective medication. I had one dog on it for almost 7 years for hip dysplasia and he did fine. We eventually had to change to Deramaxx when the rimadyl wasn't working as well, and I have to say I'm a total deramaxx fan. It can be expensive if your dog need a high dose, but since your dog is small it shouldn't be too bad. One prescription med I can't recommend is etogesic.
Avatar m tn As a traditionally trained veterinarian with several years additional training and experience in holistic natural therapies, I have found that certain natural pet vitamin supplements provide safe and effective arthritis pain relief for arthritic dogs that are also affected with thyroid and kidney issues. Various combinations of Glucosamine, MSM, Chondroitan Sulfate, Hyaluronic Acid, Vitamin C and Essential Omega-3 Fatty Acids are safe and extremely effective to relieve pet arthritis pain.
874521 tn?1424116797 Law suits pending against drug manufacturer Pfizer for the drug RIMADYL...all nsaids have potential toxicity for both cats and dogs....read and be aware.. http://www.truthaboutpetfood.com/articles/pet-owners-file-lawsuit-against-pfizer.
Avatar f tn If you choose not to have surgery, be aware that if your dog looses function of the back legs, it is a surgical emergency because he may not regain function if he is left more than 24 hours. Some dogs will do fine with medical management. He may be a candidate for physical therapy/rehab in the future, but it could be detrimental at this time..good luck!
Avatar m tn Rimadyl is a great medication for arthritis in dogs. Our first dog had terrible arthritis in his hips and feet by age 7. He lived until almost 14 so ended up taking Rimadyl almost half his life. During the last year of his life, a new med came out called DeraMaxx. It's more expensive, but I've found it to be even more effective in my dogs than Rimadyl. Nobody I know has anything good to say about etogesic.
Avatar n tn I want to mention that unlike prescription remedies such as Rimadyl that work immediately, natural products in large dogs, initially take a few weeks to "kick-in". In my experience, natural nutrients for many dogs, have proven to be extremely effective in providing relief from arthritis pain. In some dogs, they may be initially used along with Rimadyl. Once a therapeutic blood level of the natural nutrients is reached, the Rimadyl can be weaned down and eliminated.
Avatar f tn NO! Dogs can't metabolize ibuprofen (advil). You can give him tylenol for a short time, but he will be much better off with an anti-inflammatory from your vet. I had two dogs that ended up with severe arthritis. The first took rimadyl daily for 5 of his 13.5 years due to hip displaysia. The last couple of years we switched to deramaxx when the symptoms got more severe. BIG difference with the deramaxx, but it's more expensive.
Avatar n tn In the 2 dogs I had with severe arthritis, one dog had it in his hips from an early age - around 5. He was on rimadyl for years, and during his last year we went to deramaxx. Rimadyl is pretty cheap because it's been on the market for quite some time. Deramaxx is much more effective, but also more expensive. The difference in my dogs was truly remarkable once their arthritis pain was treated effectively. At least the meds give a short-term trial run and see how she does.