My cat is on Buprenex for pain. Should I finish all the medication?

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My cat was given Buprenex for relief from bladder inflammation. After his second dose he is going MUCH better. Does he have to take all of the meds?. Didn't know if it was like an antibiotic. Pet's info: Cat | American Shorthair | Male | neutered

Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

With pain relief medication the goal is to use as needed. So if you believe Roman is in pain or uncomfortable it is good to give him the medication, but you do not have to finish a course like with antibiotics. I would continue the buprenex as long as you feel that Roman is still in pain, and also the packaging label from the veterinarian who prescribed the pills should indicate how many days he believes Roman should take the pills. Bladder inflammation can take days to weeks to calm down so h may need the pills for longer. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

My cat is on Buprenex for pain. Should I finish all the medication?

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