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Three Rx bottles, the middle bottle is marked with a question mark: Is gabapentin an anti-inflammatory?

Is gabapentin an anti-inflammatory?

Gabapentin has some anti-inflammatory properties and may be an effective treatment option for osteoarthritis, allergic asthma, and colitis

Golden retriever holding a leash in mouth: What is zonisamide used for in dogs?

What is zonisamide used for in dogs?

Zonisamide treats seizures in dogs

A prefilled insulin pen: How much is Lantus Solostar without insurance?

How much is Lantus Solostar without insurance?

Lantus Solostar costs $104 per pen injector, but there are ways to pay less, and there may be more affordable alternatives

A black and white dog holding a stethoscope: What is enalapril used for in dogs?

What is enalapril used for in dogs?

Enalapril treats congestive heart failure, kidney disease, and hypertension in dogs

White tablet and round pill: Can you take losartan and amlodipine together?

Can you take losartan and amlodipine together?

It is often recommended to take losartan and amlodipine together to manage hypertension

Hot water bottle for pain relief with OTC pill bottles: Ibuprofen and sore muscles

Does ibuprofen help sore muscles?

Ibuprofen can relieve muscle soreness but may not work for exercise-related pain

Dog holding a leash: Is benazepril safe for dogs?

Benazepril for dogs: Uses, dosage, and side effects

Benazepril treats heart disease, kidney disease and blood pressure issues in dogs

Dog with family. Freestyle Libre for dogs

Freestyle Libre for dogs: Uses, dosage, and safety

Used as a diagnostic tool, FreeStyle Libre offers data for managing insulin in diabetic dogs

Two semaglutide pens: Does Ozempic cause bruising?

Does Ozempic cause bruising?

Less than 1% of people taking Ozempic reported bruising in clinical trials, but bruising is still possible

Rx bottle labeled with exclamation point in a speech bubble: How long does it take for gabapentin side effects to stop?

How long does it take for gabapentin side effects to stop?

Gabapentin side effects generally subside within a few days or up to a couple of weeks

Grey and white striped cat: Can I give my cat hydroxyzine?

Can I give my cat hydroxyzine?

Hydroxyzine treats itchy skin and allergic reactions in cats

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