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Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs 10 mg, Count of 50

Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs 10 mg, Count of 50

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VETMEDIN (pimobendan) Chewable Tablets is an inodilator approved by the FDA1 that is demonstrated to delay the onset of congestive heart failure (CHF) in dogs with Stage B2 preclinical myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD), and manages the signs of mild, moderate, or severe CHF in dogs due to clinical MMVD or dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). 2,3 Given every 12 hours, its unique dual mode of action reduces the preload and afterload on the heart while improving contractility of the heart muscle.1 Pimobendan, the active ingredient in VETMEDIN, reduces stress on the heart and increases cardiac output without raising oxygen or energy consumption. When used as directed, VETMEDIN is demonstrated to prolong the symptom-free time in MMVD, and improve quality of life and survival time in dogs in heart failure due to MMVD. Ask your veterinarian if VETMEDIN is right for your dog.

  • - The only medication approved by the FDA to delay the onset of CHF in dogs with Stage B2 preclinical MMVD.2,3,4
  • - When used as directed for dogs with heart failure due to MMVD, it is demonstrated to increase survival time and improve quality of life.2,3
  • - Available as a highly palatable, beef-flavored chewable tablet in 4 convenient dosing sizes (1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, and 10 mg) for small, medium, large, and extra-large dogs
  • - References: 1. VETMEDIN (pimobendan) Chewable Tablets (Freedom of Information Summary; NADA 141-273). St. Joseph, MO: Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc.; 2007. 2. Haggstrom J, Boswood A, O'Grady M, et al. Effect of pimobendan or benazepril hydrochloride on survival times in dogs with congestive heart failure caused by naturally occurring myxomatous mitral valve disease: the QUEST study. J Vet Intern Med. 2008;22(5):1124-1135. 3. Lombard CW, Jons O, Bussadori CM; for the VetSCOPE Study. Clinical efficacy of pimobendan versus benazepril for the treatment of acquired atrioventricular valvular disease in dogs. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc. 2006;42(4):249-261. 4. Keene et al ACVIM consensus guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of myxomatous mitral valve disease in dogs. J Vet Intern Med 2019. 5. Boswood A., Haggstrom J., Gordon S.G., et al. Effect of Pimobendan in Dogs with Preclinical Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease and Cardiomegaly: The EPIC Study-A Randomized Clinical Trial

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Specifications

SKU3016729
Primary BrandVetmedin
Days to ShipProduct Will Ship Upon Verification of Prescription, Usually 2-5 Business Days
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VETMEDIN (pimobendan) Chewable Tablets should be administered orally at a total daily dose of 0.23 mg/lb (0.5 mg/kg) body weight, using a suitable combination of whole or half tablets. The total daily dose should be divided into 2 portions that are not necessarily equal, and the portions should be administered approximately 12 hours apart (i.e., morning and evening). The tablets are scored and the calculated dosage should be provided to the nearest half tablet increment.

Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. The safety of VETMEDIN (pimobendan) Chewable Tablets has not been established in dogs with asymptomatic heart disease or in heart failure caused by etiologies other than MMVD or DCM. The safe use of VETMEDIN has not been evaluated in dogs younger than 6 months of age, dogs with congenital heart defects, dogs with diabetes mellitus or other serious metabolic diseases, dogs used for breeding, or pregnant or lactating bitches.

Description

VETMEDIN (pimobendan) Chewable Tablets is an inodilator approved by the FDA1 that is demonstrated to delay the onset of congestive heart failure (CHF) in dogs with Stage B2 preclinical myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD), and manages the signs of mild, moderate, or severe CHF in dogs due to clinical MMVD or dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). 2,3 Given every 12 hours, its unique dual mode of action reduces the preload and afterload on the heart while improving contractility of the heart muscle.1 Pimobendan, the active ingredient in VETMEDIN, reduces stress on the heart and increases cardiac output without raising oxygen or energy consumption. When used as directed, VETMEDIN is demonstrated to prolong the symptom-free time in MMVD, and improve quality of life and survival time in dogs in heart failure due to MMVD. Ask your veterinarian if VETMEDIN is right for your dog.

  • - The only medication approved by the FDA to delay the onset of CHF in dogs with Stage B2 preclinical MMVD.2,3,4
  • - When used as directed for dogs with heart failure due to MMVD, it is demonstrated to increase survival time and improve quality of life.2,3
  • - Available as a highly palatable, beef-flavored chewable tablet in 4 convenient dosing sizes (1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, 5 mg, and 10 mg) for small, medium, large, and extra-large dogs
  • - References: 1. VETMEDIN (pimobendan) Chewable Tablets (Freedom of Information Summary; NADA 141-273). St. Joseph, MO: Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc.; 2007. 2. Haggstrom J, Boswood A, O'Grady M, et al. Effect of pimobendan or benazepril hydrochloride on survival times in dogs with congestive heart failure caused by naturally occurring myxomatous mitral valve disease: the QUEST study. J Vet Intern Med. 2008;22(5):1124-1135. 3. Lombard CW, Jons O, Bussadori CM; for the VetSCOPE Study. Clinical efficacy of pimobendan versus benazepril for the treatment of acquired atrioventricular valvular disease in dogs. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc. 2006;42(4):249-261. 4. Keene et al ACVIM consensus guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of myxomatous mitral valve disease in dogs. J Vet Intern Med 2019. 5. Boswood A., Haggstrom J., Gordon S.G., et al. Effect of Pimobendan in Dogs with Preclinical Myxomatous Mitral Valve Disease and Cardiomegaly: The EPIC Study-A Randomized Clinical Trial

Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.

Specifications

SKU3016729
Primary BrandVetmedin
Days to ShipProduct Will Ship Upon Verification of Prescription, Usually 2-5 Business Days

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Customers overwhelmingly praise this flea and tick prevention product for its exceptional effectiveness and ease of use. Most report their dogs remain completely pest-free for the full 30-day cycle, even in high-risk areas. The applicator is intuitive and takes seconds to apply, with most dogs tolerating it well. Many appreciate the added mosquito and lice repellency and the convenience of at-home treatment. A small number report temporary skin irritation or minor discomfort after application, and a few note skepticism about mosquito claims. Overall, reviewers consider it a highly reliable, trusted solution they'll continue using.

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Sxylatina71

3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] FRONTLINE® Shield for Dogs (XS, 5-10 lbs) was very easy to apply topically to my small dog. 3 doses come in a box (3 month supply). It works to fight/shield your dog from adult fleas & their eggs (& larvae), ticks, mosquitoes, chewing lice, & stable flies. One dose lasts one month.

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Good

JessicaS

3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I could not actually use this specific item since it is the wrong size, but I have used the correct size before and it is good...... There is no smell, keeps fleas off, stays where is supposed to.......

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FRONTLINE Shield for Dogs Does a Good Job!

lark

3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We use FRONTLINE Shield for Dogs Does and it works great on our black lab mix. He stayed flea and tick-free all season when we used this. We have a large yard that backs up to the woods, so we were worried about fleas and ticks. But FRONTLINE Shield for Dogs did its job and kept him protected all season long.

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Worked well

Blessedmom2

3 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We have a very active pup who enjoys the outdoors and chasing chickens. We were able to use this before our vet visit with no issues. Went on well, dog didn’t seem to mind and we did not find any ticks on him.

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Long trusted product for my dogs

sspeakman

4 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have four dogs and they all use Frontline to protect from fleas and ticks. We have deer ticks in the woods behind our house, but I very rarely find any on my dogs (and when I do, they are very recently latched). I have used Frontline for many years and it is very reliable. I will mention that it seems they changed the design of the tube and this was slightly harder to open than previously-- but it was easy enough to cut open with scissors.

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Trust

Carterfam12

4 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] When it comes to my dogs I always think of them as an extension of our family and treat them as so. With that being said when it comes to flea and tick prevention I make sure that they are covered and that they are not going to be having unnecessary chemicals put on them. Front line is a brand that I have used for many years because I trust them. Their products are easy to use and to apply to my dogs so that way they don’t get stressed or nervous and I can feel comforted knowing that they are taken care of and protected.

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Works great!

SouthernDixy

4 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] By having neighbors that do not have their yards cut regularly, it brings many different critters and bugs into my yard. I have a Lab mix and he starting scratching more than usual so I tried Frontline on him. Within hours, it seemed he was already scratching less and as the days went on, less and less scratching was evident.

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Worked great!

Mpballard

4 years ago
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I got this for my mom's, sweet Chihuahua, and I wanted her to use it for a couple of months before I gave my review, just to see long term results. So far, this has worked great!! Her baby is an indoor dog, but she frequently goes outside and on walks, so she does get fleas here and there. We haven't seen any on her since started this project, and I would check daily with a flea comb! Oh and this also repels mosquitoes!!! Much needed where we live right now!! Overall I'm very satisfied and would recommend this product to other dog parents!

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Could i give my 50 lb. Bullterrier 5 mg. Spread out over 24 hours?

    I need to order Vetmedin chew tabs in 1.25mg, do you have this available?

      can i get Vetmedin in a 2.5mg in instead of 10mg

        Do you sell this in 5mg

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