Rimadyl Palatable Tablets 100 mg for Dogs
Active ingredient: Carprofen
Form
Tablet
Species
Manufacturer
Zoetis Belgium S.A.
VMD MA No.
60021/3013
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Rimadyl Palatable Tablets 100 mg for Dogs — SPC Details
Source: VMD Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC). Last updated 27 Mar 2026.
when offered.
An initial dose of 2 to 4 mg carprofen per kg bodyweight per day is recommended to
be given as a single dose or in two equally divided doses. Subject to clinical
response, the dose may be reduced after 7 days to 2 mg carprofen/kg
bodyweight/day given as a single dose.
To extend analgesic and anti-inflammatory cover post-operatively, parenteral therapy
with Rimadyl Small Animal Injection may be followed with the tablets at 4mg/kg/day
for up to 5 days.
Duration of treatment will be dependent upon the response seen. Long term
treatment should be under regular veterinary supervision.
The elimination time of NSAIDs, including carprofen, in the cat is longer than in the
dog and the therapeutic index is narrower. In the absence of specific data use of the
veterinary medicinal product in the cat is contra-indicated.
Do not use in dogs suffering from cardiac, hepatic or renal disease, where there is a
possibility of gastro-intestinal ulceration or bleeding, or where there is evidence of
blood dyscrasia or hypersensitivity to the product.
Do not administer other NSAIDs concurrently or within 24 hours of each other. Some
NSAIDs may be highly bound to plasma proteins and compete with other highly
bound drugs, which can lead to toxic effects.
Rare
(1 to 10 animals / 10,000 animals
treated):
Gastric ulceration, Intestinal disorder
Hepatic disorder
Renal disorder
Very rare
(< 1 animal / 10,000 animals
treated, including isolated reports):
Blood in faeces
, Diarrhoea
, Vomiting
Appetite loss
, Lethargy
1
Reported as ulceration.
As with any other NSAIDs. Reported as idiosyncrasy.
Typical undesirable effects associated with NSAIDs that generally occur within the
first treatment week and are in most cases transient and disappear following
termination of treatment but in very rare cases may be serious or fatal.
If adverse reactions occur, use of the product should be stopped, and the advice of a
veterinarian should be sought.
Reporting adverse events is important. It allows continuous safety monitoring of a
veterinary medicinal product. Reports should be sent, preferably via a veterinarian, to
either the marketing authorisation holder or the national competent authority via the
national reporting system. See the package leaflet for respective contact details.
Special precautions for safe use in the target species:
Use in dogs less than 6 weeks of age, or in aged dogs, may involve additional risk. If
such a use cannot be avoided, such dogs may require a reduced dosage and careful
clinical management.
Avoid use in any dehydrated, hypovolaemic or hypotensive dog, as there is a
potential rise of increased renal toxicity.
Concurrent administration of potential nephrotoxic drugs should be avoided.
NSAID’s can cause inhibition of phagocytosis and hence in the treatment of
inflammatory conditions associated with bacterial infection, appropriate concurrent
antimicrobial therapy should be instigated.
Special precautions to be taken by the person administering the veterinary medicinal
product to animals:
In case of accidental ingestion, seek medical advice immediately and show the
package leaflet or the label to the physician.
Wash hands after handling the product.
Special precautions for the protection of the environment:
Not applicable.
of carprofen in animals was not significantly affected in tests with fifteen commonly
used (or commonly available) drugs. These were acetylsalicylic acid, amphetamine,
atropine, chlorpromazine, diazepam, diphenhydramine, ethyl alcohol,
hydrochlorothiazide, imipramine, meperidine, propoxyphene, pentobarbital,
sulfisoxazole, tetracycline and tolbutamide.
Whilst carprofen and warfarin may both be bound to plasma proteins; they may be
used concurrently provided the clinical situation is carefully monitored since it has
been shown that they bind to two distinct sites on human and bovine serum albumin.
Store in a dry place.
Protect from light.
Due to the palatable nature of the tablets, store in a secure location. Severe adverse
reaction may occur if large quantities are ingested. If you suspect your dog has
consumed the veterinary medicinal product above the labelled dose, please contact
your veterinarian.
This information is sourced from the official Summary of Product Characteristics (SPC) published by the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace professional veterinary advice. Always consult your vet before administering any medication.
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