Can I give my senior cat gabapentin and Metacam for pain relief?

Question

Can gabapentin and metacam be used together? My cat is 9lbs 19yr old and was prescribed one drug per different vet. Hes still in pain with only gabap. Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 19 years and 7 months old

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Yes, these two medications can be used together without any problems. I would caution you, however, that Metacam needs to be used very carefully in older cats because it isn't safe for cats with any degree of chronic kidney disease - this is extremely common in older cats, so I'm always very cautious about using it unless there has been recent blood work showing that everything is fine. If it was prescribed recently by your vet, then go ahead and use it - but if not, I would definitely recommend talking with them first to make sure they feel that it's safe for your kitty.

Can I give my senior cat gabapentin and Metacam for pain relief?

Most Helpful Answer

Related Questions

What to do if my cat has a small hole with pus coming from its ear?

My male dog's penis is stuck out and his scrotum has a painful rash.

My small pet is limping and can't bear weight. Should I see a vet?

My pet's eye looks strange but doesn't seem to hurt. What's wrong?

Why does my puppy have bloody, mucousy stools despite diet changes?

My dog rubs belly & scratches face, no fleas. Could it be allergies?

Share