Can my older dog safely take Gabapentin, Tramadol, Metacam daily?

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Hi, can my 11 year old 24kg lurcher be safely given these meds daily? Gabapentin 3×100mg X 3 daily (morning, afternoon and nightly) Tramadol 2×50mg daily (morning and nightly) Metacam once daily at night? He has degeneration and inflammation on the discs of his spine. Any advice greatly appreciated. Pet's info: Dog | Airedale Terrier | Male | neutered | 52 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

If this was prescribed by your vet , then this is the amount of medicine he needs. Gabapentin may make him a bit drowsy in the beginning, but that should subside after about two weeks. Gabapentin is against nerve pain. Tramadol is an opioid which takes some pain as well and Metacam is a non-steroidal antiinflammatory which takes away inflammation and therefore also pain. These medicines are safe, however watch your dog's poo in the first two weeks. If it is black or tarry then stop the Metacam and inform your vet.

Can my older dog safely take Gabapentin, Tramadol, Metacam daily?

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