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My dog is on gabapentin for pain. Is it safe to give another dose?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | unneutered | 82 lbs

My rotti is on 400 mg of gabapentin for pain. Tonight he is extra sore.he had 400 mg 3 hours ago, is it safe to give more

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 30th, 2019

Unfortunately it's illegal for me to say it's safe for him to have more, and I very strongly urge you to not give Milo additional medication without speaking to his vet. Give his vet a call to see if you can do this. Best of luck.

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