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Pet Medications

Pet meds are prescription and over-the-counter medicines for dogs, cats, and other animals. They treat animal-only conditions and those also found in humans, and come in forms and dosages specifically for pets.

Why are pet medications prescribed?

Pet Meds (1%)

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Key takeaways

Pet medications are used to treat allergies, heart conditions, and thyroid issues in animals, among other uses. These medications work in various ways, such as reducing inflammation, supporting heart function, or regulating hormone levels. Some come in oral forms like pills or chewables, while others are available as topical ointments or injections. Examples include oclacitinib (Apoquel) for allergies, pimobendan (Vetmedin) for heart conditions, and levothyroxine (Thyro-Tabs) for thyroid issues. Other commonly used medications are carprofen (Rimadyl) for pain and inflammation, trilostane (Vetoryl) for adrenal gland problems, and sarolaner / moxidectin / pyrantel (Simparica Trio) for parasite control. You can choose the form that best fits your pet's needs.

Prices for popular Pet Medications medications

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furosemide

as low as$4

View otherLoop Diuretics

Furosemide (Lasix) is an inexpensive drug used to treat high blood pressure and edema or swelling from heart, kidney, or liver disease. It is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions. Generic furosemide is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

clindamycin

as low as$16

View otherLincosamide Antibiotics

Clindamycin (Cleocin, Cleocin T, Evoclin) is a moderately priced antibiotic used to treat certain kinds of bacterial infections. It is also used on the skin to stop the growth of certain bacteria that cause acne. It is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in multiple generic and brand versions. Generic clindamycin is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

cyanocobalamin

as low as$13

Cyanocobalamin is an inexpensive drug used to treat people who can't absorb vitamin B12. It is more popular than comparable drugs. Cyanocobalamin is only available as a generic drug; all brands have been discontinued. Generic cyanocobalamin is covered by some Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons and cash prices may be lower.

lidocaine

as low as$13

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Lidocaine (Lidoderm, Xylocaine) is an inexpensive drug used to prevent and treat pain from some procedures. This drug is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in multiple generic and brand versions. Generic lidocaine is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

dexamethasone

as low as$10

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Dexamethasone is an inexpensive drug used to treat inflammation of the skin, joints, lungs, and other organs. It is also used for other conditions, such as blood disorders and diseases of the adrenal glands. It is slightly more popular than comparable drugs. Dexamethasone is only available as a generic drug; all brands have been discontinued. Generic dexamethasone is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

vitamin b12

as low as$3

VITAMIN B12 prevents and treats low vitamin B12 levels in your body. It is used in people who do not get enough vitamin B12 from their diet or when their digestive tract does not absorb enough. Vitamin B12 plays an important role in maintaining the health of your nervous system and red blood cells.

thiamine

as low as$4

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THIAMINE prevents and treats low thiamine levels in your body. Thiamine (vitamin B1) plays an important role in turning food into energy. It also helps maintain the health of your heart, nerves, and digestive tract.

vitamin c

as low as$4

View otherMultivitamin and Mineral Supplements

VITAMIN C prevents and treats low vitamin C levels in your body. Vitamin C plays an important role in maintaining the health of your blood vessels, bones, and immune system. It can also help wounds heal. It is an antioxidant, which helps to protect your cells.

sterile water

as low as$6

Sterile water is a medical supply used to dilute drugs that need to be diluted or dissolved prior to injection.

sodium bicarbonate

as low as$12

Sodium Bicarbonate is part of the Alkalinizing Agents and Pet Medications classes and treats Pet Meds and Metabolic Acidosis. Alkalinizing agents are used to treat conditions associated with a low pH in the body. Some medications can work to treat gout and kidney stones by neutralizing uric acid in the blood and urine to keep down inflammation of the joints, and to prevent the formation of stones in the kidney. Others like sodium bicarbonate are available without a prescription to ease heartburn and acid indigestion. Pet meds are prescription and over-the-counter medicines for dogs, cats, and other animals. They treat animal-only conditions and those also found in humans, and come in forms and dosages specifically for pets. Sodium Bicarbonate is only available as a generic drug.

Comfor-Trate

as low as$17

Comfor-trate is only available as a brand name drug.

Clintabs

as low as$19

Clintabs is only available as a brand name drug.

Thyro-Tabs (Vetone)

as low as$20

Thyro-Tabs (VetOne) is only available as a brand name drug.

clomipramine

as low as$22

CLOMIPRAMINE treats obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It increases the amount of serotonin and norepinephrine in the brain, substances that help regulate mood. It belongs to a group of medications called tricyclic antidepressants (TCAs).

Carprieve

as low as$23

Carprieve is only available as a brand name drug.

prednisolone

as low as$24

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PREDNISOLONE treats many conditions such as asthma, allergic reactions, arthritis, inflammatory bowel diseases, adrenal, and blood or bone marrow disorders. It works by decreasing inflammation, slowing down an overactive immune system, or replacing cortisol normally made in the body. Cortisol is a hormone that plays an important role in how the body responds to stress, illness, and injury. It belongs to a group of medications called steroids.

Carprovet

as low as$31

Carprovet is part of the Pet Medications class and treats Pet Meds. Pet meds are prescription and over-the-counter medicines for dogs, cats, and other animals. They treat animal-only conditions and those also found in humans, and come in forms and dosages specifically for pets. Carprovet is only available as a brand name drug.

Easotic

as low as$32

Easotic is only available as a brand name drug.

Sileo

as low as$35

Sileo is part of the Pet Medications class and treats Pet Meds. Pet meds are prescription and over-the-counter medicines for dogs, cats, and other animals. They treat animal-only conditions and those also found in humans, and come in forms and dosages specifically for pets. Sileo is only available as a brand name drug.

Cardalis

as low as$43

Cardalis is part of the Pet Medications class and treats Pet Meds. Pet meds are prescription and over-the-counter medicines for dogs, cats, and other animals. They treat animal-only conditions and those also found in humans, and come in forms and dosages specifically for pets. Cardalis is only available as a brand name drug.

ivermectin non-prescription

as low as$53

IVERMECTIN treats head lice, tiny insects that live in hair. It works by killing the lice. It does not kill the eggs, so a second treatment may be needed.

Entyce

as low as$56

Entyce is only available as a brand name drug.

vitamin b complex

as low as$69

View otherMultivitamin and Mineral Supplements

Vitamin B Complex is only available as a generic drug.

Bravecto Plus

as low as$73

Bravecto Plus is part of the Pet Medications class and treats Pet Meds. Pet meds are prescription and over-the-counter medicines for dogs, cats, and other animals. They treat animal-only conditions and those also found in humans, and come in forms and dosages specifically for pets. Bravecto Plus is only available as a brand name drug.

Simparica

as low as$75

Simparica is only available as a brand name drug.

Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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