# Rimadyl (Carprofen) Dose for Dogs: Strengths & Dose Calculator

> Rimadyl chewable tablets contain 25, 75 or 100 mg of carprofen and are given to dogs at 2 mg/lb (4.4 mg/kg) once daily, or 1 mg/lb (2.2 mg/kg) twice daily. They are…

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- Type: Vet product
- Publisher: WeVet
- Updated: 2026-11-02
- Medically reviewed by: Dr. Ravi Baraiya, B.V.Sc. (2026-11-02)
- Audience: veterinarians and veterinary students

Rimadyl chewable tablets contain 25, 75 or 100 mg of carprofen and are given to dogs at 2 mg/lb (4.4 mg/kg) once daily, or 1 mg/lb (2.2 mg/kg) twice daily [1]. They are not for cats [1].

- Brand: Rimadyl
- Contains: Carprofen
- Company: Zoetis
- Label species: Dogs
- Data from: USA (FDA label)

## Strengths

- Rimadyl chewable 25 mg: Carprofen 25 mg per tablet (verified, [1])
- Rimadyl chewable 75 mg: Carprofen 75 mg per tablet (verified, [1])
- Rimadyl chewable 100 mg: Carprofen 100 mg per tablet (verified, [1])

## Dose by species

| Species | Use | Dose | Route | How often | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dogs | Osteoarthritis / post-operative pain (Label: 2 mg/lb. Before surgery: about 2 hours before the procedure.) | 4.4 mg/kg [1] | PO | Once daily | Label |
| Dogs | Osteoarthritis / post-operative pain (divided) (Label: 1 mg/lb twice daily.) | 2.2 mg/kg [1] | PO | Twice daily | Label |

## Label directions

- 2 mg/lb once daily, or divided as 1 mg/lb twice daily [1].
- For post-operative pain give about 2 hours before the procedure [1].

## Warnings and precautions

- Do not use in cats [1].
- Not recommended for dogs with bleeding disorders; avoid other anti-inflammatory drugs at the same time [1].


Interactive dose calculator (strength prefilled only when confirmed): use the page link above.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the Rimadyl dose for dogs?

2 mg/lb (4.4 mg/kg) once a day, or 1 mg/lb (2.2 mg/kg) twice a day [1].

### What strengths does Rimadyl come in?

25 mg, 75 mg and 100 mg scored chewable tablets [1].

## References

[1] RIMADYL (carprofen) chewable — label — DailyMed (US NLM) — FDA-approved label, Zoetis (2026). https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=dbc05493-d1cc-4c00-be6b-d1e3352273fd

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