painkiller

Has your vet recently prescribed meloxicam for your pet? Are you confused about why your pet needs it, or whether it is a good idea to use it? Are you nervous about your pet suffering medication side effects? These are a…

Thankfully, the world of pain relief for our pets has come on leaps and bounds in recent years. With newer drugs and improved access to complementary treatments, such as physiotherapy and hydrotherapy, dogs with osteoart…

Carprofen is a very commonly prescribed medication for dogs. It is used to reduce inflammation and as a painkiller. For some conditions, it will be prescribed for just a few days but it is also suitable for long term use…

What can I give my dog for pain? If your dog suffers an injury or illness, it can be tempting to reach into your bathroom medicine cupboard. Maybe ‘borrow’ some dog medication from a friend, to ease their pain. But is th…

Paracetamol. or as its also known acetaminophen. is one of the most widely used human medications. It is available without a prescription, over the counter. Chances are you have some paracetamol at home, it is used most…

If your pet has been prescribed an NSAID you might be wondering what it is, and what it does. NSAIDs are one of the most commonly prescribed classes of drugs in animal medicine, with millions of doses given daily. They’r…