{"product_id":"vc-2744","title":"Carprofen (generic) Chewable Tablets","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sv-rx-required-banner\" style=\"background:#fdf3f1;border:1px solid #f3cfc7;border-radius:8px;padding:10px 14px;margin:0 0 14px;font-size:.95rem\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription required.\u003c\/strong\u003e A valid prescription is needed to dispense this medication. If your pet has not been examined by a veterinarian within the past 12 months, a current prescription will be required first. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/prescription-help\"\u003eNeed help? Request prescription assistance →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eCarprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used in dogs to relieve pain and inflammation associated with osteoarthritis, soft-tissue surgery, and orthopedic procedures. It is one of the most prescribed canine NSAIDs in the United States and is sold under several brand names — Rimadyl, Carprovet, Carprieve, Novox — all of which are pharmaceutically equivalent generic versions of the same active ingredient. Carprofen works by selectively inhibiting the COX-2 enzyme that drives pain and swelling, while sparing much of the COX-1 activity that protects the stomach lining and kidneys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat carprofen is used for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVeterinarians prescribe carprofen for dogs with osteoarthritis (the slow, stiff getting up after a nap; reluctance on stairs; lameness after exercise), for control of post-surgical pain after spays, neuters, dental cleanings, mass removals, and orthopedic procedures, and for short-term relief of acute injuries and soft-tissue inflammation. The chewable beef-flavored tablets make it one of the easiest pain medications to administer, and the medication typically begins working within 1–2 hours of dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant considerations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarprofen is for dogs only — it is not approved for cats, who lack the enzyme needed to metabolize it safely. Give with food to reduce GI upset. Common side effects include vomiting, diarrhea, and decreased appetite; serious but rare effects include GI ulceration, kidney injury, and idiosyncratic liver reactions — call your veterinarian immediately if your dog stops eating, vomits repeatedly, develops black or tarry stool, or becomes jaundiced. Baseline bloodwork is recommended before starting long-term carprofen, with periodic rechecks every 6 months. Never combine carprofen with another NSAID or with corticosteroids (prednisone, prednisolone, dexamethasone) — the combination dramatically raises the risk of stomach ulcers and kidney damage. Use cautiously in dogs with kidney, liver, or bleeding disorders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmarty Vets dispenses both brand-name (Rimadyl) and generic (Carprovet, Carprieve, Novox) carprofen with a valid veterinary prescription.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick \u003cstrong\u003eBuy on VetCove\u003c\/strong\u003e to order.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Carprofen","offers":[{"title":"25mg \/ 1 tablet","offer_id":51853162840295,"sku":"vc-2744-5452-10603","price":0.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25mg \/ 30 tablets","offer_id":51855064924391,"sku":"vc-2744-5452-10601","price":22.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25mg \/ 60 tablets","offer_id":51855064957159,"sku":"vc-2744-5452-10602","price":33.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25mg \/ 90 tablets","offer_id":51855064989927,"sku":"vc-2744-5452-49085","price":47.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25mg \/ 180 tablets","offer_id":51855065022695,"sku":"vc-2744-5452-14816","price":84.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mg \/ 1 tablet","offer_id":51855065055463,"sku":"vc-2744-5453-10606","price":0.64,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mg \/ 30 tablets","offer_id":51855065088231,"sku":"vc-2744-5453-10604","price":25.77,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mg \/ 60 tablets","offer_id":51855065120999,"sku":"vc-2744-5453-10605","price":39.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mg \/ 90 tablets","offer_id":51855065153767,"sku":"vc-2744-5453-49086","price":57.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"75mg \/ 180 tablets","offer_id":51855065186535,"sku":"vc-2744-5453-14817","price":115.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mg \/ 1 tablet","offer_id":51855065219303,"sku":"vc-2744-5454-10609","price":0.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mg \/ 30 tablets","offer_id":51855065252071,"sku":"vc-2744-5454-10607","price":29.17,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mg \/ 60 tablets","offer_id":51855065284839,"sku":"vc-2744-5454-10608","price":46.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mg \/ 90 tablets","offer_id":51855065317607,"sku":"vc-2744-5454-49087","price":70.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100mg \/ 180 tablets","offer_id":51855065350375,"sku":"vc-2744-5454-14815","price":140.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4387\/8119\/files\/102103-1.webp?v=1774103766","url":"https:\/\/www.smartyvets.com\/products\/vc-2744","provider":"Smarty Vets","version":"1.0","type":"link"}