Is saw palmetto prostate supplement safe for my dog on Meloxicam?

Saw Palmetto tincture has really only shown benefits in dogs with testosterone induced prostatic enlargement. This would only be in male dogs that are intact and not neutered. You indicated in your pet info that Rusty is neutered. This supplement is not likely to help him. This supplement can also be dangerous and cause kidney problems. It should be used under the supervision of a holistic veterinarian in order to make sure you are diluting it properly and not overdosing. It is also a good idea to check the kidney function first with blood work. A pet of Rusty's size should only have a maximum of about 20 mg per day and your solution is much stronger. You should take the product to your vet for guidance, but, again- it is not likely to help if your dog is already neutered.

Hi there! I love Samoyeds! If you think that Natika is doing very well now you can try just the joint supplements and save the meloxicam to only be used on an as needed basis if she appears particularly painful at any given time. Those joint supplements alone can make quite the difference sometimes. Good luck with your girl!

Other than the prednisone there is nothing in all the other supplements that you are giving that could harm him, even when given all together at the same time. the are these helping his condition? that is another question which i am afraid i cannot give you an answer to.

Anything all natural doesn’t have any drug interactions, so yes they can be given together. Unfortunately there is nothing natural that is proven to help with urinary incontinence in dogs. I would stick with the Propalin if it is working for Cruz and continue the natural supplement if you wish, since it won’t do any harm. I hope that Cruz does well with his medication. Best wishes and take care.

This medication is a supplement so if you follow the guidelines recommended by the manufacturer they are usually safe. However if your pets are sick I recommend contacting your veterinarian prior to starting any supplement. You should also mention any supplements your pet is taking with your veterinarian prior to giving any prescription medication as there could be some interaction.

Yes, it is safe to give gabapentin with Metacam and the joint supplement. Gabapentin is a drug that affects the nerves in the brain that are involved with the pain response. It can take up to three weeks before the body is used to the gabapentin and is not affected by drowsiness. The drowsiness is not something you have to worry about, it will go away. Be patient, it will take at least a week , up to three weeks.

The problem I see with these medications is that he is taking a steroid (prednisone) and an a non-steroidal (NSAID) - meloxicam at the same time. It is not recommended those be given together. I suggest you talk to your vet about this issue. ( https://criticalcaredvm.com/a-potentially-lethal-combination/ ) I would be worried about this as this can negatively impact the stomach, kidneys and liver. Your vet needs to decide which one he should be on (the NSAID or the steroid) and stop the other one. Divi should also be given some gastroprotectants to prevent stomach ulceration.