Rimadyl, Metacam, Previcox, and Deramaxx are all the same class of drug – they are NSAIDs formulated for dogs (and in the case of Metcam, cats, too). NSAID use does not lead to the tolerance or dependence associated with narcotic based pain meds (Tramadol, etc), and helps to decrease the inflammation of the arthritic joints, making it an ideal drug for long-term use for arthritis.
Although the NSAIDs all come from the same class, some dogs seem to do better with one medication or the other, so switching meds can be a good strategy if your dog is still having issues with pain – sort of like how Advil is more effective for some people than Tylenol. Rimadyl has gone generic (Novox or Vetprofen), so that may help with the price – the rest, as far as I know, are still brand-name only.
NSAIDs are an important component of arthritis management, but since it is a degenerative disease, there are other things you can do to help your dog feel more comfortable and slow the progression of the disease – glucosamine supplements will help to lubricate the joints, and low-impact exercise (walking, swimming) will help to maintain muscle mass and increase blood flow to the affected joints. Glucosamines come in different forms – chewable tablets (Phycox, Cosequin, Synovi, etc) are the most common form, and take about 4-6 weeks to take full effect. There are also glucosamine injections (Adequan) that can cause a much more immediate effect, although they are generally rather expensive.
A final note on NSAIDs – although uncommon, they ARE associated with liver problems, so it is important to check bloodwork on your dog on a regular basis (every 3-6 months) to make sure that the drugs are not causing liver problems/failure.
Arthritis medications for dogs?
My 10 yr old Border Collie has severe arthritis in his hips and back legs and knees. He has been on Duramax for quite some time. It seemed to help for awhile but not anymore. The Vet has put him on Metacam now. Has anyone noticed an improvement with their dogs arthritis after changing meds? Do they build up a tolerance for one med? I feel so bad that he is in pain. Any advise?
I saw a pain medication for dogs on TV. I think you spray it in their water. Please help.?
I looked on “As Seen On TV” and it was not there. I think you spray it, but it may be drops. I think my dog is in pain from arthritis. She is very old. I didn’t catch the name or the phone number. If you know what this product is, I would be so grateful.
Please don’t take advise on the internet. Take your beloved dog to the vet and get medication for him there. There are a number of anti-arthritic, analgesic medications for dogs and your vet is the best source of information on these. The vet can also make sure it is arthritis that is the problem and not something else that might be treatable via some other means. Good luck.
I have a 9 yr old pug/boxer cross that also has arthritis problems. We give him glucosamine with chondroitin and aspirin once a day and it helps immensely. After the first couple doses he was right back to playing and was much happier. He has always had wet food mixed with his dry food so it was easy to hide it. We just got the glucosamine gel-caps that we could pull apart and mixed the powder from one pill as well as half an aspirin dissolved in water with his wet food.
How can I ease my dogs arthritis without Rx medication?
I have a 9 year old Rottweiler (named Belle) who is having some trouble with arthritis. She is becoming more stiff as the nights get colder, I’m doing what I can for her. I let her sleep on my bed, and on the couch when she’s in the living room. I am also giving her Bayer Asprin (I asked my vet about the appropriate dose), but she is still limping a bit through out the day. Is there anything else I can do the ease her arhritis pain without having to put her on a perscription medication?
What can you do to help a dog with arthritis in his back legs?
He is about 11 years old and I’ve grown up with him.
I dont want to put him down, but I don’t want him to be in pain.
Is there any medication for dogs that I can give him?
Has anyone used the “New” Arthritis medication for dogs…?
It’s Dr Franks arthritis and joint pain ease? You spray it in the Water????I ordered some for my dogs and am hoping for a good outcome
Rimadyl, Metacam, Previcox, and Deramaxx are all the same class of drug – they are NSAIDs formulated for dogs (and in the case of Metcam, cats, too). NSAID use does not lead to the tolerance or dependence associated with narcotic based pain meds (Tramadol, etc), and helps to decrease the inflammation of the arthritic joints, making it an ideal drug for long-term use for arthritis.
Although the NSAIDs all come from the same class, some dogs seem to do better with one medication or the other, so switching meds can be a good strategy if your dog is still having issues with pain – sort of like how Advil is more effective for some people than Tylenol. Rimadyl has gone generic (Novox or Vetprofen), so that may help with the price – the rest, as far as I know, are still brand-name only.
NSAIDs are an important component of arthritis management, but since it is a degenerative disease, there are other things you can do to help your dog feel more comfortable and slow the progression of the disease – glucosamine supplements will help to lubricate the joints, and low-impact exercise (walking, swimming) will help to maintain muscle mass and increase blood flow to the affected joints. Glucosamines come in different forms – chewable tablets (Phycox, Cosequin, Synovi, etc) are the most common form, and take about 4-6 weeks to take full effect. There are also glucosamine injections (Adequan) that can cause a much more immediate effect, although they are generally rather expensive.
A final note on NSAIDs – although uncommon, they ARE associated with liver problems, so it is important to check bloodwork on your dog on a regular basis (every 3-6 months) to make sure that the drugs are not causing liver problems/failure.
Good luck!
Arthritis medications for dogs?
My 10 yr old Border Collie has severe arthritis in his hips and back legs and knees. He has been on Duramax for quite some time. It seemed to help for awhile but not anymore. The Vet has put him on Metacam now. Has anyone noticed an improvement with their dogs arthritis after changing meds? Do they build up a tolerance for one med? I feel so bad that he is in pain. Any advise?
Worthless crap called Dr. Franks.
Consider stuff called DGP (dog gone pain)
It does work and is formulated for dogs.
I saw a pain medication for dogs on TV. I think you spray it in their water. Please help.?
I looked on “As Seen On TV” and it was not there. I think you spray it, but it may be drops. I think my dog is in pain from arthritis. She is very old. I didn’t catch the name or the phone number. If you know what this product is, I would be so grateful.
Thank you.
Please don’t take advise on the internet. Take your beloved dog to the vet and get medication for him there. There are a number of anti-arthritic, analgesic medications for dogs and your vet is the best source of information on these. The vet can also make sure it is arthritis that is the problem and not something else that might be treatable via some other means. Good luck.
I have a 9 yr old pug/boxer cross that also has arthritis problems. We give him glucosamine with chondroitin and aspirin once a day and it helps immensely. After the first couple doses he was right back to playing and was much happier. He has always had wet food mixed with his dry food so it was easy to hide it. We just got the glucosamine gel-caps that we could pull apart and mixed the powder from one pill as well as half an aspirin dissolved in water with his wet food.
How can I ease my dogs arthritis without Rx medication?
I have a 9 year old Rottweiler (named Belle) who is having some trouble with arthritis. She is becoming more stiff as the nights get colder, I’m doing what I can for her. I let her sleep on my bed, and on the couch when she’s in the living room. I am also giving her Bayer Asprin (I asked my vet about the appropriate dose), but she is still limping a bit through out the day. Is there anything else I can do the ease her arhritis pain without having to put her on a perscription medication?
What can you do to help a dog with arthritis in his back legs?
He is about 11 years old and I’ve grown up with him.
I dont want to put him down, but I don’t want him to be in pain.
Is there any medication for dogs that I can give him?
Has anyone used the “New” Arthritis medication for dogs…?
It’s Dr Franks arthritis and joint pain ease? You spray it in the Water????I ordered some for my dogs and am hoping for a good outcome
I would not use it. Doesn’t sound like it would do much good. I will look into it.
**Sorry, all I had to see was the “As Seen On TV” logo, and I KNOW it will do nothing!!!!!
Glucosamine/Chondroitin will work much better for your dogs.
**All you have to do is search “Dr Frank’s” It was not hard at all.
http://www.drfrankspainrelief.com/home.php