Flexprofen Flavored Tab Description
Flexprofen Flavored Tabs (Carprofen) is indicated for the relief of pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis and for the control of postoperative pain associated with soft tissue and orthopedic surgeries in dogs.
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Which animals/pets is Flexprofen Flavored Tab for?
For use in dogs six weeks of age and up.
Flexprofen Flavored Tab uses
This product is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that helps to treat pain and inflammation symptomatic of arthritis and other joint related conditions, such as hip dysplasia. This product may also be used to minimize fever, as well as pain and inflammation resulting post surgical procedure. Beef flavored for effortless feeding.
What does Flexprofen Flavored Tab do?
The mechanism of action of carprofen, like that of other NSAIDs, is believed to be associated with the inhibition of cyclooxygenase activity.
Flexprofen Flavored Tab side effects
Gastrointestinal: Vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, inappetence, melena, hematemesis, gastrointestinal ulceration, gastrointestinal bleeding, pancreatitis.
Flexprofen Flavored Tab ingredients
Carprofen
Flexprofen Flavored Tab overdose: What to do?
Contact your closest emergency pet hospital.
What to know before using Flexprofen Flavored Tab
Keep away from children. For treatment of dogs only. If consumed by a human, be sure to contact a doctor. Do not give carprofen to dogs that have previously demonstrated adverse an adverse reaction to it.
How is Flexprofen Flavored Tab sold?
Sold as individual beef flavored tablets in strengths of 25 mg, 75 mg and 100 mg
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Tips for using Flexprofen Flavored Tab
It is highly advised that dogs are tested and examined before being prescribed NSAIDs. These tests should work to determine critical hematological and serum biochemical starting point information before and intermitantly during administration. These tests are crucial before treatment of NSAIDs.
Use as directed by your Veterinarian.
Always read client information sheet with prescription. The recommended dosage for oral administration to dogs is 2 mg/lb (4.4 mg/kg) of body weight daily.
The total daily dose may be administered as 2 mg/lb of body weight once daily or divided and administered as 1 mg/lb (2.2 mg/kg) twice daily.
For the control of postoperative pain, administer approximately 2 hours before the procedure.
