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Does Vetmedin prolong a dogs life?

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Created: 2022-07-09 20:12:12

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Vetmedin can relieve the symptoms of heart failure and help your dog have a more comfortable life. When used in asymptomatic MVD or DCM, it can extend the symptom free time, before the onset of heart failure and extend overall survival.


How long can Vetmedin prolong a dogs life?

This medication will not completely get rid of the disease. Still, it will extend your dog's life significantly and make it as comfortable as possible. For example, if a dog is diagnosed with DCM and the prognosis is they have 3 months to live, Vetmedin can give you additional few months with your beloved pet.

How Long Can dogs stay on heart medication?

Once congestive heart failure develops, the survival time of affected dogs is expected to be between 6 and 14 months. Some dogs, however, can live for nearly three years with the right treatment regimen.

Is Vetmedin good for dogs?

Vetmedin is a critical medication used to treat dogs with congestive heart failure due to valvular insufficiency or dilated cardiomyopathy. There is no FDA-approved alternative to Vetmedin. This measure should help fill recent gaps in the supply of Vetmedin in the U.S.

What happens if I stop giving my dog Vetmedin?

Giving a reduced dose does carry the potential of less control of your dog's congestive heart failure so watch for an increase in coughing, more rapid breathing or decreased activity. If these are noted contact your veterinarian immediately.

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