What human medicine can you give a dog in pain?

The less movement and strain on its sore joints, the better. As far as medications go, there are no human medicines that are totally safe to give to pets. However, for short-term care, a human non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as Aspirin or Advil can be safe for your adult pet.

What over-the-counter pain reliever can a dog take?

But don’t give your pooch something from your medicine cabinet. Do not give your dog ibuprofen or acetaminophen. There are some of the available NSAIDs just for dogs: carprofen (Novox or Rimadyl)

Can I buy dog pain medication over-the-counter?

Over-the-Counter Pain Meds for Dogs OTC pain relief for dogs is available in the form of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), but not all OTC pain relief for dogs is safe.