Is Diltiazem ER the same as Cardizem CD for my dog? Is one cheaper?

The cd is released slowly and taken once a day, which means that in case the first one is taken twice a day, the amount should be about double but you must confirm this with your vet first as it may not be his recommendation.

Hello. The reason for not always using an extended release product really falls to the type of heart failure is being treated. Most cardiologists do prefer the prompt release product given every 8 hours. But in cases of ventricular rate control in atrial fibrillation, the extended-release diltiazem administered every 12 hours is very effective, especially when combined with digoxin. If it is difficult to reliably administer Dakota's medication every 8 hours, please discuss this with your veterinary cardiologist to see what will work out for you & your pet. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Yes, there is a generic called enalapril maleate. You will need to get it from your vet. Just ask them and they can either order it for you, write you a prescription or call it in to a pharmacy for you. It should be much more cost effective. http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=535 Hope this helps. Best wishes.

Anxicalm is the generic form of Alprazolam. It is in the same drug class (benzodiazepines) as Diazepam, but it is not the same drug. To be safe, you should contact your physician or the local ER to confirm there will be no ill effects. Legally, we are prohibited from providing medical advice for humans.

Both have the same active ingredient - which is Carprofen actually. Rimadyl is the brand name of the first and most well known Carprofen. Carprofen is a generic name. If comparing to human medicine , rimadyl would be the equivalent of advil/neurofen, while carprofen would be ibuprofen (the active ingredient in advil and neurofen).

Hello. For the most part, veterinary drugs are equivalent to the human version of the same drug & visa versa. If your vet has no objections, he should readily write you a prescription so you can purchase the medication at any pharmacy you wish to use. Just for your information, the product you are displaying is a human medication & not specifically for dogs. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

Travlieve is a brand name for Tramadol, so it's likely the same dose, however you need to check with your regular vet to see if they intend you to change the dose or keep it the same. It's definitely a prescription medication, so it should come with instructions as well.