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• Are the pimobendan 2.5mg that small to? The 6-7 millimeter??

  Asked by CHRISSIE
  1 month ago

  • We have a picture provided below to give you a better frame of reference to show that they are roughly 6-7 millimeters

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• Are all the Pimobendan pills scored to allow you to cut in half??

  Asked by Rick
  2 months ago

  • Pimobendan Coumpounded Mini-Med tablets are scored

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• My ShiZu weighs 17 lbs the Vet indicates 2.5 Vetmedin full tablet in the morning and 1/2 tablet in the evening. Can my dog take the Generic Pimobendan Mini-Med Tablets, are they just as effective? How many pills of Pimobendan would I need to give him? I think Vetmedin is actually made in Georgia, perhaps Vets office in GA defer to the name-brand because they don't offer a choice of Generic 🤷🏻‍♀️?

  Asked by Jack
  2 months ago

  • Pimobendan Compounded Mini-Med, is not a generic equivalent to Vetmedin Chewable Tablets. Rather it is a compounded medication that provides a smaller tablet than Vetmedin to make it easier to swallow. It is also unflavored, which may benefit a pet sensitive to the beef flavor in Vetmedin Chewable Tablets. The dosage of this medication will vary based on the type and severity of the condition it was prescribed for. Pimobenan Coumpounded tablets are currently available in the 2.5mg strength.

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• If my vet. Prescribed half of a 5 mg tab 2x day or every 12 hours.. can I get the 2.5 mg so I don't have to cut them or would I have to get a new prescription from my vet.?

  Asked by Kelly
  3 months ago

  • In order to switch from the Pimobendan Compounded Mini-Med 5 mg tablets to the 2.5 mg tablets, you would need a new prescription. Please contact your veterinarian regarding this request.

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• Shelf life of compounded medication??

  Asked by Me
  4 months ago

  • According to the manufacturer, the shelf life of Pimobendan Compounded Mini-Med tablets is 1 year from date manufactured. Our stock generally turns over fairly rapidly, so shelf life for a particular order will vary based on the current stock on hand. If you have specific questions or concerns regarding the shelf life of current stock on hand prior to ordering, you can contact our pharmacy via email at [email protected].

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• I am looking for a 1.25 tablet, but it must be epicure brand as my dog has had reactions to two other compounded brands. I am to give one and a half tablets. Does this compounded brand come in 1.875. How do I know that I would be guaranteed the epicure brand for my dog every time I order? I would also need to order a three month supply at a time and would need a price from you.?

  Asked by Cindy
  4 months ago

  • Each of our compounded pimobendan 1.25mg mini-meds are compounded by Epicur Pharma. Unfortunately, Epicur Pharma does not compound pimobendan in the 1.875mg strength, so using 1 ½ tablets of the 1.25mg strength is the best way to achieve a dose of 1.875mg. Epicur is a brand name, you will receive the exact brand that you request. Please refer to our website for the most up-to-date pricing, and you may contact our pharmacy for any questions regarding this medication’s availability and ordering.

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• Do these tablets break/cut easily? I've had tablets in the past which crumbled and I ended up wasting 1/2 the tablet. Would be nice to be able to snap these by hand without a pill cutter but if not simply using a pill cutter and able to give both halves of the pill would be a plus too!?

  Asked by Becki
  7 months ago

  • The pimobendan tablets are roughly 0.5cm and are scored for splitting. If you have difficulty snapping them by hand, using a pill cutter can help ease splitting.

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• Do you have to have a prescription for primobendan?

  Asked by Betsy
  8 months ago

  • Yes, this medication requires a prescription from a veterinarian.

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  • Yes

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• I am currently using Pimobendan 1.25 mg "Tiny Tabs" for my cat, that I get from my vet. They are the perfect size, are scored for easy cutting, and are 6.4mm (1/4") in diameter. Are these Mini-Med tablets the same size ? Thank You?

  Asked by John
  10 months ago

  • The Pimobendan for Dogs and Cats Compounded Mini-Med that VetRxDirect carries that are of comparable size and are also scored. We have some pictures provided below to give you a better frame of reference to show they are roughly 6-7 millimeters.

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• curious why the generic is the same, if not more expensive than the name brand...Pimobendan--Vetmedin 10mg?

  Asked by MAry
  11 months ago

  • Pimobendan for Dogs and Cats Compounded Mini-Med, is not a generic equivalent to Vetmedin Chewable Tablets. Rather it is a compounded medication that provides a smaller tablet than Vetmedin to make it easier to swallow. It is also unflavored which may be beneficial to a pet sensitive to the beef flavor in Vetmedin Chewable Tablets. Our pricing is determined by what we actually pay for the medications that we sell and will vary up and down over time. Please consult your veterinarian regarding any further questions or concerns regarding this medication in your cat/dog.

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