Metacam dose

[Ramia]

When he was at 996 grams, Stripe was prescribed.33 ml dog metacam for life for CBS.

He's at 1026 grams now, should I call the vet to ask for a new dosage?

I hate calling because they get annoyed because in the past I called a lot.

 

[Piggies&buns]

Do you feel pain meds are keeping him comfortable at his current dose?
If yes, then he doesn’t need his meds increased just because he is a little bit heavier.

 

[Wiebke]

When he was at 996 grams, Stripe was prescribed.33 ml dog metacam for life for CBS.

He's at 1026 grams now, should I call the vet to ask for a new dosage?

I hate calling because they get annoyed because in the past I called a lot.

Hi


No, you do not have to up the dosage for a minimal weight gain. You may want to ask your vet to adjust if the weight comes up to 100g more.

The difference in weight is basically just the difference between a full and an empty stomach is still within the 30-40g weight swing over the course of 24 hours. We do not count this as weight gain (or loss, if it is in the other direction).

Weight and Weight Loss Explained: BMI, Weighing, Poos and Feeding Support

 

[Ramia]

Do you feel pain meds are keeping him comfortable at his current dose?
If yes, then he doesn’t need his meds increased just because he is a little bit heavier.

Apart from when he had his two ear infections, I don't think he's ever been in pain. My vet has never treated a CBS pig but she read daily metacam is a standard treatment. I think it's just a precaution.

He zooms, popcorns, wheeks and seems happy.

He's also getting a new cage after my vacation!