Is DGP and metacam okay to administer at the same time?

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Question from Erica, Feb 2, 2013 at 8:00 AM:

Hi, Dr. Chris

My husband bought GlycanAid and DGP for our 12 year old Golden Retriever who suffers with arthritis and a clicky rear elbow. I’ve started him on the GlycanAid, but am a bit wary of giving him the DGP as he’s on metacam (38 ml per day), and the cautionary notes on the DGP bottle says they should not be taken with NSAIDs. Why is that the case, when DGP is an all natural product? Fluke also has an steroid cream to help heal his front leg, where he bites it and pulls the hair from it (our vet says he does this because he’s in pain). Poor boy – he’s a handsome dog with an active brain, but his body’s letting him down at the moment. My husband is working away from home at the moment, and that’s why I’m replying to this email. I hope to hear from you soon. Regards, Erica

Dr. Chris’ reply:

Hi Erica,

The DGP has an anti-inflammatory effect of its own, which is why they say don’t use with NSAIDs. You might get away with both but be careful in an old dog. I think Metacam and Glycanaid would be a better combination.

Of course, weight control and pain killers like gabapentin (from your vet) can also be very helpful.

Hope that helps and keep me posted.

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