What is Vetmedin used for?

Vetmedin is a prescription dog medication used as a cardiac stimulant. It contains pimobendan, which has inotropic and vasodilative properties.

Is a prescription required in Canada and Quebec?

Yes. Vetmedin requires a veterinary prescription in Canada, including Quebec.

What is the active ingredient in Vetmedin?

The active ingredient is pimobendan.

How is Vetmedin administered?

Vetmedin is an oral capsule for dogs. Give exactly as directed by your veterinarian.

Which species is Vetmedin approved for?

Vetmedin is approved for dogs only.

What are the DINs for Vetmedin?

DIN 02248211 (1.25 mg), DIN 02248158 (2.5 mg), and DIN 02248159 (5 mg).

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Vetmedin

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Concentration 1.25 MG 2.5 MG 5 MG

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📋 Prescription Info:
This product requires a valid prescription. After you place your order, we’ll follow up by email to collect your veterinarian or prescription details.

Note: If we don’t receive a response within 1 week, we’ll cancel the order and issue a full refund — just to keep things safe and compliant.

Vetmedin is a veterinary-prescribed dog medication formulated with pimobendan to provide cardiac stimulation in an easy-to-give oral capsule. Pimobendan is a benzimidazole-pyridazinone derivative known for positive inotropic and vasodilative properties. Available in 1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, and 5 mg strengths, each bottle contains 100 capsules for convenient dosing as directed by your veterinarian. DIN-listed strengths meet Canadian prescription requirements and are approved for dogs. For dog owners seeking trusted veterinary care for heart support, Vetmedin offers a capsule format designed for oral administration.

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For use in dogs as a cardiac stimulant. Veterinary prescription required in Canada.

Pimobendan

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What is Vetmedin used for?

Vetmedin is a prescription dog medication used as a cardiac stimulant. It contains pimobendan, which has inotropic and vasodilative properties.
What strengths and package sizes are available?

Vetmedin capsules are available in 1.25 mg, 2.5 mg, and 5 mg strengths. Each bottle contains 100 capsules.
Is a prescription required in Canada and Quebec?

Yes. Vetmedin requires a veterinary prescription in Canada, including Quebec.
What is the active ingredient in Vetmedin?

The active ingredient is pimobendan.
How is Vetmedin administered?

Vetmedin is an oral capsule for dogs. Give exactly as directed by your veterinarian.
Which species is Vetmedin approved for?

Vetmedin is approved for dogs only.
What are the DINs for Vetmedin?

DIN 02248211 (1.25 mg), DIN 02248158 (2.5 mg), and DIN 02248159 (5 mg).

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