Tramadol Cost

[koolietas]

We received 1ml of tramadol from the vet and they charged $29.74

Does that sound right???

I suspect we were meant to be given 10ml (that's what was written on the invoice as well), but when we queried it at the vet surgery today, they (vet nurse and receptionist) said 1ml was correct and that was also the correct price for 1ml.

I also believe the amount released was incorrect and 1ml will only provide 5 dosages (only a 4kg dog) and she is meant to be on the tramadol for several weeks (which also makes me think 10ml was supposed to be given).

Waiting for the vet who prescribed the medication to call me back tomorrow...but just wanted to see what others thought of the pricing.

TIA

[Rappie]

I would wait for the vet to contact you. It will depends on the amount that was supposed to be dispensed and the fee structure including a dispensing fee which are things that are specific to your situation and the vet clinic.

[Malakita]

Pity you don't need tablets. I have 8 never touched 50 mg tablets sitting around doing nothing. My boy was on 100 mg twice daily , then 50 mg twice a day, and it was still too strong and he weighs more than 10 times your dog.

[bianca.a]

The other thing you could try if your vet is receptive is ask for a script and get it filled at the chemist. I always do that and it is sooo much cheaper.

[OSoSwift]

There will be a dispensing fee, possibly around $15 could be more or less, then the cost of the drug. So 1 ml might cost that, 10mls not a hell of a lot more on the scheme of things. I have had tramadon injections for my dog but cannot remember what they cost.

[koolietas]

Thanks for the replies :-)

Vet confirmed today that 10 ml was supposed to be dispensed for the $29.74 not the 1ml we were given

[Rappie]

Glad it was sorted out for you :)