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Originally Posted by ladyjane  Not exactly why we are on this topic yet again; but I just want to say this: everything in medicine whether vet or human is not black or white. What
happens to one dog does not mean it will happen in another. Because it is
not recommended that a certain medication not be given with certain other
meds or with certain conditions does not mean it should never be given. A
lot of different things are weighed very carefully. Pharmacology is a very
complicated field. I cannot count right now how many pups I have had in
my home that took NSAIDS for various conditions....there have been many.
I have never had a problem. I have never been given an NSAID for pain
after surgery unless an anti inflammatory was needed.
I also want to say this yet again: every single medication has risks to it.....
there is not one I can name that does not have a long list of side effects.
but that does not mean it cannot be given safely. Yes, some will experience the
side effects....that is unavoidable; but, sometimes medications are necessary. |
Totally Agree with this But pet owners should be informed by the professionals so they can make the choice for themselves and their pets not just handed a bottle with no instruction on what to watch for as far as side effects nor how to give with food.
LJ did you give nsaids to your dogs on empty stomachs or to dogs with known liver disease or to dogs on steroids?