Verwon Says:
Rimadyl For Human Use
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webwillow19 Says:
Just wondering if this drug is prescribed for human use to relieve joint pain?
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Rimadyl contains the active ingredient Carprofen and no, it is currently approved only for use in canines.
https://rxchat.com/wiki/Rimadyl/
It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and there are several of these on the market for human use, including:
Ibuprofen
https://rxchat.com/wiki/Ibuprofen/
Ketoprofen:
https://rxchat.com/wiki/Ibuprofen/
and Naproxen Sodium:
https://rxchat.com/wiki/Naproxen/
Is there anything else I can help you with?
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Earll Says:
Side effects include: chasing cars, barking at the mail man, licking yourself...
Seriously this is for canine use only. It sounds to me that you are lookling to abuse the drug.
If so please seek help
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ellen Says:
what would happen if a human took rimadyl?? i was told some one was taking it for pain
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dano Says:
rimadyl (carprofen) was approved by the FDA 12/31/1987--the manufacturer Roche decided not to market it for human use--no benefit over various other NSAID products such as ibuprofen and naproxen--probably safe for a human, but no study data available, so.............let you dog have it and buy some ibuprofen for yourself
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Anne Says:
Can Ibuprofen be used for my 75 lb Rottweiler with oster? I'm a human doctor. Rimadyl is so expensive
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AR Says:
Rymdal was used in humans for 10yrs and took off the market not because of harm but because of the marketing issues. Why keep a drug on the market as a perscription if you can by advil for half the price?
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yesthatswhyimasking Says:
Will this get a human messed up? Like if i take it will i get all groggy and feelin good an s***?
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doggy friend Says:
did you ever hear of accidents, why jump to smart assed replies?
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Jan Says:
Reply to Anne
No! You absolutely cannot use that type of medication on animals - it's extremely toxic to them causing ulcers and liver damage.
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Edie Says:
A friend of mine has upper back disc issues. She was prescribed remadyl. (It could be another name?) we used to give this to our arthritic dog and wondering if this advice was good?
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Eric Says:
This drug was prescribed to humans until it was pulled because it could not compete as a prescription drug against Advil and Motrin which are both very similar. You shouldn't be so quick to fill the Douche Jar.
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GeeGees Mom Says:
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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Reece Says:
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
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Dr Anderson Says:
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.
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chris Says:
My dog neads rimadyl 100mg tabs but very expencive every month is thair a humain cheaper medication i can give him
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Kathy D RN Says:
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!
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Dog Doc Says:
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
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Jolie Says:
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
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Keepitreal Says:
Re: thinkaboutit (# 22) 
Tramadol is commonly prescribed to canines. Check your facts.
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helen Says:
Re: dano (# 5)
is safe for humans as NSAID but not commercially valuable.
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JennJenn Says:
Re: Jolie (# 20)
Tramadol is simply a pain reliever though..it does nothing for inflammation except maybe it will help your pup relax, and therefore let them sleep..so inflammation will go down because they’ve been sleeping! And I’m not trying to sound pretentious or anything, I only know this because one of my Danes sprained a couple of toes and our vet prescribed carprofen, and I asked why not tramadol and she told me because it only helps with pain, and carprofen’s main use is to reduce inflammation. So, while it helps, it’s like taking DayQuil when you have a cold, ya know? Also, to other people saying the carprofen is super expensive, I think I paid maybe $15 for 25qty, 100mg pills. Maybe it’s because my vet has certain scripts on site and doesn’t have to send it to a pharmacy? Anyways, hope this helps! ??????
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Lori Says:
Tramadol is for pain, but is not an anti inflammatory...
I have a large lab who needs anti inflammatory, but carprofen is very expensive. Any other anti inflammatory that can be substituted? My vet is stumped.
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Lola Says:
What if took 50 mg of Dogs Rimadyl by accident, is this poisonous to human?
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frank Says:
Did you ever think that some dog meds that are perfectly safe on humans ,, are used by people due to there lower PRICE !!!!! BUT instead You Being a Armchair Psychiatrist can diagnose Disease over the Internet /// Which IS a FEDERAL OFFENSE !!!
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dog lover Says:
ibruprofen will destroy your dogs kidneys quite rapidly - so if you give this to your dog you will be killing it! if you have already given ibruprofen to your dog then you need to get it to a vet and have a blood test to establish liver and kidney functions. you also need reporting to animal welfare if you have given this to your dog for being a very naive and thoughtless person!
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Piper belmonte Says:
I am having severe pain in neck and can't get to Dr till tomorrow! I have rimadyl for my dogs! Can I take it?
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PharmacyTech Says:
Tramadol/Ultram has been classified by the FDA as a narcotic!
Tramadol is a schedule 4 narcotic.
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