The Pet Health & Nutrition Center Q&AAnswer
May 02, 2023 - 03:21 PM
Providing the two medications that you mentioned are okay to give to your dog when using our supplements, just give them at separate times. We certainly have our opinions about those two medications, but can not tell you to not give a medication prescribed by your veterinarian. What I can say is to be aware of the side effects of medications that you give to your dog and weigh the benefits and risks. For example, the carprofen can be very xxxx the liver and side effects include:
"gastrointestinal upset, such as mild vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and temporary lack of appetite, as well as tiredness. More serious side effects include liver, kidney, or gastrointestinal damage characterized by severe vomiting, diarrhea, black or bloody stools, bloody vomit, increased drinking and/or urination, yellow skin or eyes, severe lethargy, and persistent lack of appetite."
As for gabapentin this medication is used to treat seizures, anxiety, and nerve pain. If your dog doesn't have any of these conditions then the medication is doing nothing for him. In addition, two of the most often reported side effects of gabapentin in dogs are "sedation and loss of coordination". That doesn't sound like a good idea for a dog with a neuromuscualr condition like DM. If you decide to discontinue medications please ask your vet how to do this safely and properly. Lastly, to support joint health and discomfort I would consider adding in a natural supplement called Elk Velvet Antler if your budget permits.
"gastrointestinal upset, such as mild vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and temporary lack of appetite, as well as tiredness. More serious side effects include liver, kidney, or gastrointestinal damage characterized by severe vomiting, diarrhea, black or bloody stools, bloody vomit, increased drinking and/or urination, yellow skin or eyes, severe lethargy, and persistent lack of appetite."
As for gabapentin this medication is used to treat seizures, anxiety, and nerve pain. If your dog doesn't have any of these conditions then the medication is doing nothing for him. In addition, two of the most often reported side effects of gabapentin in dogs are "sedation and loss of coordination". That doesn't sound like a good idea for a dog with a neuromuscualr condition like DM. If you decide to discontinue medications please ask your vet how to do this safely and properly. Lastly, to support joint health and discomfort I would consider adding in a natural supplement called Elk Velvet Antler if your budget permits.
