Rimadyl For Human Use (Page 2)
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Just wondering if this drug is prescribed for human use to relieve joint pain?
will it hurt a human to take rimaydal
Tramadol *is* now a narcotic and became a schedule 4 control federally in August 2014.
I've been giving 50 mg tramadol daily to my 14-year-old dog for her arthritis for almost 5 years. No bad reaction or side effects. Tramadol has been a godsend for her pain relief.
It is classed as a narcotic and has no anti-inflammatory properties at all.
I am a human with alsots of arthritis. I have a bad stomach and ulcers from ibuprofen and other meds the docs have been stuffing down me. Sounds as i this may be a good fix for me.
Tramadol is NOT a narcotic. It is an anti-inflammatory. Vets do prescribe it but not often due to it not being tolerated well (stomach/gastrointestinal issues).
....And you can share your tramadol script with your dog and he can share with you. Time and money saving!
I had laid Rimadl pill on table for my dog - and mine pills too, I took my pills and when I was going to give dog hers, it was missing so I must have taken it with mine. I'm 83 and it scared me so I searched your web page. Some replies made me feel safe. Thank you.
My dog just got put on this, hope it works for his pain and yes very cheap
Don't use it
Tramodol is classed as a Narcotic. Another name for it is Ultram. ONLY a Dr. can perscribe it. NEVER heard of any animal on this. I have 4 dogs and WOULD NEVER give them Tramodol a.k.a. Ultram. Wow!!!!
I'm sorry, but just a quick reminder to all....my previous weimaraner Layla is like my child....i know discussion forums help....but i would NEVER give my dog ANYTHING regardless unless i talked to a veterinarian...certain simple otc pain meds can give dogs and cats deathly side effects ....it's not a risk i would ever take...I'm a Pre-Veterinary Medicine Bachelor of Science in Biology and chemist major and know a great deal....BUT STILL would never do anything without asking my vet...they are not all out for money and WILL tell you a cheaper otc solution unlike many actual human doctors....my dog IS like my child....why take the chance or ask a forum? My friends dog got into and ate an entire box of rat poison and was just fine and never even went to the vet, does that mean all dogs could do the same and be okay?? HELL NO....just be smart and ask a professional....i could never take that chance...if you could then that's on you....just saying the facts people...
You can give him tramadol. This is a lot cheaper than Remadyl and you can get the prescription filled out at the pharmacy which will make it even cheaper
please discuss your cost concerns with your veterinarian. Carprofen is available as a generic and is very affordable at this point. (for your size dog if you give 1/2 of a 25mg twice a day it should only cost $12/month) In many cases this is as cheap or cheaper than human drugs. Please DO NOT give your dog aspirin, or advil. You may think you are saving money, but the cost for treating a perforated ulcer, or kidney failure is much higher
Rimadyl was prescribed for humans for ten years! Pfizer took it off the market for humans for "commercial" reasons. My guess is that doctors didn't really jump on the band Rimadyl band wagon and they weren't making enough money on it in the human market!
My dog neads rimadyl 100mg tabs but very expencive every month is thair a humain cheaper medication i can give him
Consult your veterinarian for alternatives - rimadyl is safer than aspirin for dogs as they are much more prone to stomach ulcers than people are. Ibuprofen, Tylenol, and naproxen can cause toxicity reactions and even death unless given under veterinary supervision (seriously, and even more likely to cause death in cats). Your veterinarian may be able to suggest generics or other pain medications if cost is a problem.
I have a 5kg dog on 10mg of carprofen per day .what can I give him as an alternative as I can't afford it.i believe I can give him a human drug alternative easily and cheaply from a chemist?what amount of aspirin is equal
I was told by my vet a few years ago (when treating animals wasn't such a business) to give my dogs baby aspirin for pain relief. I have used it to treat my dogs for pain due to limes disease, and it always seemed to make them more comfortable. As far as dosage, I can tell you I was told to give my 12 pound dog one tablet. I'd just calculate from there. Hope this helps. I completely understand being on a budget!
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