Can I give my old dog ranitidine with Previcox for stomach issues?

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Is ranitidine recommended to use at the same time as prevomax for an old dog that has been sick only once?

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. Do you mean Previcox for osteoarthritis in dogs? Some dogs may be sensitive to drugs like Previcox & they can cause significant stomach irritation, even ulcers. Ranitidine is an H-2 receptor antagonist that is used to decrease gastric acid & help treat exisitng ulcers & erosions. But ranitidine, or other H-2 antagonists, are not effective in preventing ulcers due to NSAIDS such as Previcox. So no, this is not generally recommended. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Can I give my old dog ranitidine with Previcox for stomach issues?

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