Vetmedin Chewable Tablets (Rx)
Vetmedin Chewable Tablets (Rx)
Vetmedin® contains pimobendan, a benzimidazole-pyridazinone derivative, which is a non-sympathomimetic, non-glycoside inotropic drug with vasodilatative properties. Pimobendan exerts a stimulatory myocardial effect by a dual mechanism of action consisting of an increase in calcium sensitivity of cardiac myofilaments and inhibition of phosphodiesterase (Type III).
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Safety Information
Safety has not been evaluated in dogs under 6 months of age, dogs with congenital heart defects, diabetes, or metabolic disease, or pregnant or lactating dogs.1
Warnings
Only use in dogs with clinical evidence of heart failure as a result of MMVD or DCM.1
Human Warnings
Keep out of reach of humans. In case of ingestion, contact a healthcare professional.
References
- “Vetmedin (Pimobendan) Chewable Tablets.” Drugs.com, Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc., updated Jan. 2021, www.drugs.com/vet/vetmedin-pimobendan-chewable-tablets.html. Accessed 23 June 2025.