What is Vetmedin used for?
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets are used to manage certain types of heart failure, including congestive heart failure due to atrioventricular valvular insufficiency (AVVI) or dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM).
For:
Dogs
Benefits:
Improved quality of life in dogs suffering from congestive heart failure.
Increases the heart’s ability to pump blood.
How it works:
Vetmedin helps the heart pump blood more efficiently. It helps open blood vessels, reducing the effort required to pump blood to and from the heart.
What you should know:
Vetmedin is not a cure for congestive heart failure, but can improve quality of life. Therapy may be indicated for the duration of the animal’s life.
How to give this medication:
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets should be administered orally. The normal total daily dose is 0.23 mg/lb divided into 2 portions, approximately 12 hours apart. Give this medication exactly as directed by your veterinarian. If you do not understand the directions, ask the veterinarian or pharmacist to explain them to you.
If you miss a dose:
If you miss a dose, give it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed. Do not double dose.
Vetmedin should not be used in:
Do not use Vetmedin in dogs with diabetes mellitus or other serious metabolic diseases. Do not give to dogs younger than 6 months of age, pregnant or lactating dogs, or dogs intended for breeding.
Possible side effects:
Some patients may exhibit reactions, including weakness, coughing, lethargy, poor appetite, depression, seizures, restlessness, urinary accidents and diarrhea. If you observe any of these side effects, contact your veterinarian as soon as possible.
Brand Name:
Vetmedin
Manufacturer:
Boehringer Ingelheim
Medication Name:
pimobendan
Is a generic equivalent available?
No
Storage:
Store at room temperature.
- Please note that this item requires a veterinarian's prescription. Three convenient ways to do that are:
- Let us contact your veterinarian for prescription authorization.
- Your veterinarian can contact us by fax/phone.
- You can mail us the original written prescription.
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Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs
2013-05-13
nikki
5
thanks valley vet Thank you for such a speedy shipment. Â it's great to know i can recieve meds so quickly!
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs
2013-06-13
Chuckannw
5
Helped my dog! Ever since I've started giving my dog this medication, at the suggestion of my vet, his heart condition has been much improved.
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs
2013-05-09
ccrow
4
Lowest price I could find I needed Vetmedin for my dog with congestive heart failure. When Googling it to find the best price, I could not find a lower price than here.
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs
2013-04-22
danimal1948
5
Valley Vet Supply This company does a very good job in filling my pet's medicine refills and contacting the vet when a new prescription is needed to obtain the meds.
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs
2013-04-26
Renny
5
best price by far My dog must take this expensive medicinr for the rest of her life. Finding the same med for considerably less is so helpful.
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs
2013-05-23
5
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs
2013-05-22
SewingGal
5
Vetmedin is great My dog was very sick, buy after about 10 days she was like her old self again. This medicine is really great. Thank you for giving me back my girl.
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs
2013-05-17
LRAD
5
Miracle Drug This medicine has given my dog an extension on life. Â It has given him energy and an appetite not to mention extra time with him.
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs
2013-05-06
Cobra60g2
5
Wonderful and very fast service. I have a dog which I recently found out has some serious heart issues. The VetMedin from my vet was very expensive. I found the prices at Valley Vet were less than half that. I took a risk not knowing if the meds would get to me quick enough. Well, they did and I have refilled several times. The shipping is super fast. Great product and service. The VetMedin has worked great for him and given him 6+ months more of life so far.
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs
2013-04-22
Karen49
5
Wonderful service Best price for the Vetmedin I have found. It really helps us on our tight budget. Roxy needs that medicine for her heart . The delivery was very fast. And when I had inadvertently given wrong  information they let me know right away. And gave me a number to call and I was able to fix it and my order was not delayed.Â
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets for Dogs
2013-05-03
Sheltielove
5
Great service from Valley Vet! I buy lots of pet prescriptions and supplies from Valley Vet, and over the years I've always received excellent service and fast shipping. Highly recommended!
BY: D. Tungate (Lakeland, FL) - May 22, 2013 ITEM #: 932RX
My dog was very sick, buy after about 10 days she was like her old self again. This medicine is really great. Thank you for giving me back my girl. Is this testimonial helpful?
BY: L. ARANA (STUDIO CITY, CA) - May 17, 2013 ITEM #: 932RX
This medicine has given my dog an extension on life. Â It has given him energy and an appetite not to mention extra time with him. Is this testimonial helpful?
BY: g. matyuf (Mc Donald, PA) - May 13, 2013 ITEM #: 932RX
Thank you for such a speedy shipment. Â it's great to know i can recieve meds so quickly! Is this testimonial helpful?
BY: C. CROWLEY (ALFRED, ME) - May 9, 2013 ITEM #: 932RX
I needed Vetmedin for my dog with congestive heart failure. When Googling it to find the best price, I could not find a lower price than here. Is this testimonial helpful?
BY: J. HOWARD (BURBANK, CA) - May 6, 2013 ITEM #: 932RX
I have a dog which I recently found out has some serious heart issues. The VetMedin from my vet was very expensive. I found the prices at Valley Vet were less than half that. I took a risk not knowing if the meds would get to me quick enough. Well, they did and I have refilled several times. The shipping is super fast. Great product and service. The VetMedin has worked great for him and given him 6+ months more of life so far. Is this testimonial helpful?
BY: K. BRIGHTMAN (TARZANA, CA) - May 3, 2013 ITEM #: 932RX
I buy lots of pet prescriptions and supplies from Valley Vet, and over the years I've always received excellent service and fast shipping. Highly recommended! Is this testimonial helpful?
BY: N. KRASKO (LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ) - Apr 26, 2013 ITEM #: 932RX
My dog must take this expensive medicinr for the rest of her life. Finding the same med for considerably less is so helpful. Is this testimonial helpful?
BY: K. JOHNSON-MCCULLEY (ESCONDIDO, CA) - Apr 22, 2013 ITEM #: 932RX
Best price for the Vetmedin I have found. It really helps us on our tight budget. Roxy needs that medicine for her heart . The delivery was very fast. And when I had inadvertently given wrong  information they let me know right away. And gave me a number to call and I was able to fix it and my order was not delayed. Is this testimonial helpful?
BY: D. Creed (Chicago, IL) - Apr 22, 2013 ITEM #: 932RX
This company does a very good job in filling my pet's medicine refills and contacting the vet when a new prescription is needed to obtain the meds. Is this testimonial helpful?
BY: M. STALLINGS (KNOXVILLE, TN) - Mar 30, 2010 ITEM #: 932RX
36 of 38 people found the following testimonial helpful.
This medication is without a doubt the best treatment for my guys who have been in congestive heart failure for the past year (ages 13 and 15). Since starting treatment along with Furosemide thier quality of life is unmeasuarble and the progression of the disease has slowed considerabley. No side effects and they tolerate taking the medication. Valleyvet has the best prices available and their customer care is second to none. Order with confidence and trust them to help give your "loved one" the quality of life they deserve!!! Is this testimonial helpful?