Exact Human-Equivalent Generic Drug Names, Milligram Strengths & 35-State Mandatory Written-Prescription Laws
| Veterinary Brand / Drug | In-Clinic Vet Price (30โ60 Tabs) | Costco / Walmart / Chewy Price | How to Request Written Rx |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin 100mg / 300mg (Pain/Anxiety) | $75โ$120 at Vet Clinic | $11โ$16 at Costco / Walmart (GoodRx) | 100% identical FDA human generic capsule (avoid liquid xylitol) |
| Apoquel 16mg (Oclacitinib Allergy) | $145โ$185 at Vet Clinic | $78โ$92 at Costco Warehouse Pharmacy | No Costco membership required by law in most states to use pharmacy |
| Cefpodoxime / Simplicef 100mg (Skin) | $95โ$140 for 14-Day Course | $18โ$24 at Human Retail Pharmacy | Ask for 'Cefpodoxime Proxetil 100mg human generic written Rx' |
| Carprofen / Rimadyl 75mg (Arthritis) | $85โ$130 for 60 Chewables | $22โ$29 for 60 Caplets on Chewy Autoship | Request caplets instead of liver-flavored chewables to save 70% |