• Liver disease
• Kidney disease
• Active gastrointestinal disease such as inflammatory bowel disease or ulcerations
• ANY bleeding disorder or a propensity to bruise or bleed (e.g., von Willebrand’s disease or thrombocytopenia)
• History of heart disease
• A known hypersensitivity or allergy to this drug, aspirin, or other NSAIDs
• Has experienced side effects on other drugs/products
• Has experienced digestive upset now or ever
• Has ever experienced elevation in any kidney or liver values now or ever
• Has experienced any other medical problems or allergies now or ever
• Has a known hypersensitivity or allergy to this drug, aspirin, or other NSAIDs
• Is nursing
• Is on any other medications not prescribed by us other than heartworm medicine and flea/tick preventatives
• Is under 6 weeks of age

Safety has not been established in: Pediatric patients (dogs less than 6 weeks of age) or geriatric patients with pre-existing chronic disease, breeding, pregnant or nursing animals.

Baseline blood work may be recommended to assess your pet’s general health before using this medication.

Give the exact amount prescribed by mouth only if needed for pain. If you miss a dose, do not double up. Just skip that dose.

Do not give this medication with any other over the counter medications that are used for treating pain without consulting your veterinarian.

This medication will take effect quickly, in about 1 to 2 hours. Improvement in clinical signs should follow. Ideally give this medication at the same time every day.

Store in a tight, light resistant, childproof container at room temperature away from heat and direct sunlight.

Keep this and all medication out of reach of children and pets.

Call your physician immediately if you accidentally take this product.

Serious side effects can occur with or without warning and in rare situations result in death. 

Treatment goals often include the shortest duration of treatment or lowest effective dose consistent with a positive response in order to avoid adverse effects

• This medication can affect the gastrointestinal system causing loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach ulcers, perforations and diarrhea
• This medication can cause a change in bowel movements (such as diarrhea or black, tarry or bloody stools)
• This medication can affect the liver and kidneys, common clinical symptoms could include increased drinking, increased urination and yellowing of the skin (jaundice)
• This medication can cause changes in behavior (such as lethargy, increased activity level, incoordination, seizure and aggression)

If these symptoms persist or you notice anything else unusual, it is important to stop therapy and contact your veterinarian.

This short-acting medication should stop working within 24 hours, although effects may last longer in pets with liver or kidney disease.

Possible interactions may occur when giving Carprofen in conjunction with ACE inhibitors (benazepril, enalapril), anticoagulants (coumarin, heparin), anti-inflammatory agents (other NSAIDs), aspirin, corticosteroids, cyclosporin, dacarbazine, desmopressin, digoxin, dinoprost, furosemide, insulin, methotrexate, phenobarbital, phenytoin, probenecid, rifampin, salicylates, sulfonamides, sulfonylurea antidiabetic agents, tricyclic antidepressants (clomipramine) and valproic acid.

Drugs other than those listed may also interact with Carprofen.

Contact your veterinarian immediately if your cat has accidentally received this medication. Contact your veterinarian immediately if your dog receives more than the prescribed amount.

If your pet experiences any unusual reactions, contact your veterinarian. Notify your veterinarian if your animal’s condition does not improve or worsens despite this treatment.

As with all prescribed medication, Carprofen should only be given to the pet for which it was prescribed. It should be given only for the condition for which it was prescribed, at the prescribed dose, as directed by a veterinarian.