Is Carprofen the right pain relief for my dog's hip dysplasia?

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I know Carprofen is a pain medication put is it for hip Dysplasia. Pet's info: Dog | Yorkshire Terrier | Male | unneutered | 4 months and 21 days old | 4.2 lbs

Jessica Keay, DVM · Accepted Answer

Carprofen is an NSAID (non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug). It can help relieve pain and also decrease inflammation. It is used in cases of painful joints such as arthritis or hip dysplasia, sometimes in combination with other drugs/treatments if it is not providing adequate pain control. You can read more about the drug at https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&id=4951477

Is Carprofen the right pain relief for my dog's hip dysplasia?

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