[Dailydrool] Dog Gone Pain - FlexPet

[AnitaW]

The below was taken directly from Pfizer's Rimadyl web site - and the side
effects occur a lot more frequently than Pfizer admits.  A lot of dogs have
died from allergic reactions to Rimadyl or from liver or kidney failure
caused by Rimadyl.  Most people prefer to use it as a last choice, not a
first choice.  It's like any prescription drug, for people or for animals,
there are always tradeoffs, and the side effects can be very serious.  

 

What are the possible side effects that may occur in my dog during Rimadyl
therapy? 
Rimadyl, like other drugs, may cause some side effects. Serious but rare
side effects have been reported in dogs taking NSAIDs, including Rimadyl.
Serious side effects can occur with or without warning, and in rare
situations result in death. 

The most common NSAID-related side effects generally involve the stomach
(such as bleeding ulcers), and liver or kidney problems. Look for the
following side effects that can indicate your dog may be having a problem
with Rimadyl or may have another medical problem: 

*	Decrease or increase in appetite
*	Vomiting
*	Change in bowel movements (such as diarrhea, or black, tarry or
bloody stools)
*	Change in behavior (such as decreased or increased activity level,
incoordination, seizure or aggression)
*	Yellowing of gums, skin, or whites of the eyes (jaundice)
*	Change in drinking habits (frequency, amount consumed)
*	Change in urination habits (frequency, color, or smell)
*	Change in skin (redness, scabs, or scratching)

It is important to stop therapy and contact your veterinarian immediately if
you think your dog has a medical problem or side effect from Rimadyl
therapy. If you have additional questions about possible side effects, talk
to your veterinarian.

 

 

 

Anita Woodrum

a.woodrum at sbcglobal.net

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From: dailydrool-bounces at dailydrool.org
[mailto:dailydrool-bounces at dailydrool.org] On Behalf Of Lisa Board
Sent: Friday, August 28, 2009 7:15 AM
To: dailydrool at dailydrool.org
Subject: [Dailydrool] Dog Gone Pain - FlexPet

 

I've started using FlexPet for Baloo... he's 10 months old and suffers from
bouts of pano. I originally started the FlexPet because I'd read it helped
with canine oral warts; hasn't done anything for his puppy warts but I will
say he has had no pano flare ups and is robust, bouncy, and perfectly sound
(I hear him in the backyard now yelling at squirrels). Here's their website:
www.FlexPet.com <http://www.flexpet.com/> . You can purchase the product for
less money on Amazon.com, just a little FYI! :)

I've noticed a lot of Droolers have commented on wanting to stay away from
Rimadyl where possible ... Baloo's vet prescribed Rimadyl for Baloo's pano,
50mg 2x/day. What are the risks of Rimadyl? I haven't been using it as the
FlexPet is working really well for us, but I'm curious as to why Droolers
try to stay away from it where possible.....

Snooters and drool to all,

Lisa, with Baloo

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